FOI request (FOIR-795059057)

Bin collections

Requested Thu 05 February 2026
Responded Mon 23 February 2026

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Response

- How frequently are bins collected from residential properties?

Answer: Weekly or fortnightly depending on location of the property

- Please provide the frequency for each type of bin and the day its collected

Answer: Green and black wheelie bins are collected fortnightly Bagged waste is collected weekly food waste collections from April 2026 collected weekly

- Is the council considering changing the frequency of bin collections

Answer: No

- If so please provide the current frequency as well as the new proposed frequency

Answer: N/A

- What are the maximum amount of bins/receptacles that are available for collection by the council (i.e. general waste bin, recycle bin, food bin, etc.) This includes bins that residents are charged extra fees to obtain.

Please provide a list

Answer: Domestic Waste Wheelie bin in fortnightly areas Recycling Waste Wheelie bin in fortnightly areas Food Waste bin and kitchen caddy (depending on location),

Seagull proof sack for general refuse in weekly collection areas

- How many requests have been made for a larger bin, or an additional bin of the same kind in the current financial year, 2025-26 (to present)?

Answer: 30 additional general refuse bins supplied 47 additional recycling bins supplied