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Richmondshire District Council
Swale House
Frenchgate
Richmond
North Yorkshire
DL10 4JE

Phone: 01748 829100
Fax: 01748 825071
E-Mail: enquiries@richmondshire.gov.uk

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What is this new service?
From October 2006, an Alternate Weekly Collection System has operated in approximately 60% of the district.  The scheme works whereby one week your recyclable waste is collected using your green box, blue bag and green wheeled bin.  The following week the rest of your waste is collected in your grey wheeled bin.
 
Why did the collection system changed?
We must all take responsibility for the amount of waste we produce.  We have to change our waste collection system in order to meet targets set by Government.  If we do not meet these targets, tough financial penalties will be imposed.  The new alternate weekly collection system is the most efficient way in which the Council can collect your waste, and has proved successful in more that 160 local authorities across the country.
 
What do I put in my grey bin?
Household waste which cannot be recycled.  You should already have a green box for your glass and cans, a blue bag for your paper and a green bin for your garden waste.  Any other materials that cannot be recycled in these containers, or at your local recycling centre, can be placed in the grey bin.  This waste currently goes to landfill.
 
Where is my bin collected from?
From the kerbside.  You should place the relevant containers at the closest point to the edge of the nearest main highway, in such a position that they do not cause and obstruction. Bin handles should be facing towards the road and containers must be out for collection before 7.30am on your scheduled collection day.
 
Assisted Collections
An assisted collection service may be available if all residents of the household are unable to present their containers as requested.  For further details, or to apply for help, please contact us.
 
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FAQ's about Alternate Weekly Collections
Frequently asked questions about Alternate Weekly Collections
Practical Ways to reduce your waste
Practical ways to reduce your waste
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