Before you report a missed bin collection please check: Your recycling bin is not contaminated e.g. items which should not be put in the bin, are in the bin. Any wrong material placed within the bin, will need to be removed before the next scheduled collection. Your bin is not overloaded and the bin lid is fully closed.
What’s happening with the bins in Glasgow?
The Bin Replacement Programme is investing in local neighbourhoods and has removed 48,000 small metal dustbins from the backcourts/common bin areas of flats and tenements and replaced them with larger wheeled bins free of charge. We have also providing 31,000 extra recycling bins.
Is the bin strike still on in Glasgow?
Strike action scheduled to affect cleansing services from 6-13 September was suspended following an agreement at national pay negotiations between COSLA on behalf of all Scottish local authorities and the trade unions. The trade unions are now consulting with their members on whether to accept the pay agreement.
How often are bins collected in Glasgow?
Blue and grey bins are collected every 16 days, and green bins every 8 days. You can check months ahead, and even print out the calendar if you want a reminder.
Are blue bins being collected in Glasgow?
The blue bin recycling service is for the collection of paper, card, plastic bottles, empty aerosol cans and food and drink cans. Your blue bin is collected every two weeks. You can view our online calendar for information on collection dates.
Is it illegal to use someone else’s bin Scotland?
The letter of the law says that it is a form of anti social behaviour and technically illegal, as it’s classed as fly-tipping. It is referred to in the waste industry as ‘bin stuffing’ and while many might think it’s harmless and are unaware that it’s a crime, it can be a nuisance to the neighbour in question.
How much do Glasgow bin men get paid?
Average £10.69 per hour
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What bin does dog poo go in Glasgow?
(green)
We provide litter and dog waste bins in many parks and public spaces. You can also put bagged dog waste in your domestic refuse (green) bin. The ‘bag it bin it’ campaign is actively promoted throughout the city and signs are mounted to lamp posts and affixed in problem areas.
Can you put shredded paper in recycling Glasgow?
Shredded paper
These cannot be recycled and should go in the grey bin. The small fibres can jam the machinery at the recycling facility and the quality of the paper is reduced too.
Is the Scottish bin strike over?
Bin strikes in Scotland called off after GMB union agrees pay deal for council workers. EXCLUSIVE: The GMB union has revealed its members gave a thumbs-up to the offer after a ballot.
How often should bins be taken out?
Emptying your internal food bins every day will prevent the build-up of hazardous waste and stop any nasty bacteria contaminating your food preparation areas. Never overspill your containers and get into the habit of emptying them whenever the opportunity arises.
How often should bins be emptied?
Internal waste bins should be emptied before they overflow, and at the end of every shift. They should be taken to the external waste disposal area, the bin liner tied and placed in the correct bin or skip. The bin itself should be cleaned and re-lined with a plastic liner before reusing.
How many bins should a house have?
For each individual household an external cupboard or designated storage space is needed, capable of holding at least two ordinary dustbins, whose specification conforms to BS 792 or BS 4998, or alternatively space or holders for at least two rubbish sacks, each of about 100 litre capacity.
Can you put glass jars in black bin?
Glass jars and bottles
Some items (e.g. drinking glasses and Pyrex containers) cannot be recycled and should be placed in the black bin, if not being reused or donated.
What is the difference between blue and green bins?
a blue bin for mixed recycling. a green bin for garden waste. a black bin for general refuse.
Can shoes be put in the blue bin?
Can you place shoes in your curbside recycling bin? Most municipalities do not accept shoes in the recycling bin. Check with your local waste management company before placing shoes in the curbside bin.
How can I stop my Neighbours using my bins?
Move the bins back onto his property (unless they are too large to do so, then call the company that services the bins and tell them there is an issue with them being on your land and that you need them moved onto the neighbor’s property.
Is taking from a bin stealing?
Technically it is theft if you take something from a bin or skip, though whether it is illegal depends on the motivation of the person taking it, and whether or not the property has a rightful owner.
Can I leave bin bags next to bin?
Sadly, reducing the load of the receptacle is not code for leaving large items or extra bin bags at the side of your bin.
How much does a postman get paid in Scotland?
How does the salary as a Postman at Royal Mail compare with the base salary range for this job? The average salary for a Postman is £24,377 per year in Scotland, which is 2% lower than the average Royal Mail salary of £25,041 per year for this job.
What is Scotland’s minimum wage?
UK National Minimum & Living Wage rates
Around 174,000 workers in Scotland are benefitting from the UK Government’s increases to the National Living Wage and the National Minimum Wage. From 1st April 2022 the National Living Wage has now increased to £9.50 per hour.