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New wheelie bin collections in South Holland to start on 9 November
Overview
South Holland District Council has announced that collections using the newly issued wheelie bins and food waste caddies will begin on 9 November. Households received 200,000 new bins in August to replace the previous plastic bag system, aligning the area with national recycling requirements.
Key points
- The new wheelie bin collection service in South Holland starts on 9 November.
- Households were issued with 200,000 new bins and food waste caddies in August to replace plastic bags.
- The transition brings the area in line with government national recycling requirements.
- Councillor Jim Astill stated the system will increase recycling volume and quality while reducing residual waste and contamination rates.
- Residents are advised to continue using the existing bag system until the official changeover date.