Recycling and Waste

Welcome to the waste and recycling homepage.

In this section of the website you will find out information about managing your waste, which includes domestic collections, recycling bring banks, as well as looking at reducing and reusing your waste. Every hour the UK throws away enough rubbish to fill the Albert Hall; most of it ends up in landfill. As the UK continues waging its war on waste, emphasis on the importance of waste management is becoming more apparent. We all play a part in managing our own waste and thankfully the residents of Uttlesford are very proficient waste managers. Between April 2009 and March 2010 you recycled 54% of your waste.

Latest Recycling Figures

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