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Where to get more recycling sacks

Clear recycling sacks are no longer available.

Put your recycling in your blue-lidded recycling bin.

All your recycling in one bin

Items that can be recycled in the blue-lidded bin:

  • Glass bottles and jars – lids can be kept on
  • Food tins and drink cans
  • Clean paper, card and shredded paper
  • Plastic household bottles, food trays, containers and tubs
  • Aluminium foil and foil containers
  • Aerosol cans
  • Tetra Paks and other food cartons

You no longer need clear recycling sacks or a blue box. All your recycling goes into your new blue-lidded recycling bin.

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