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30th December 2024
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Bin collections
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This is an information request relating to scheduled bin collection changes. Please include the following information:
1. How frequently are bins collected from residential properties?
• Please provide the frequency for each type of bin and the day its collected
Please find the information on the councils website wokingham.gov.uk/sites/wokingham/files/2024-03/WBC Household Waste Service Standards 2024.pdf
2. Is the council considering changing the frequency of bin collections?
• If so please provide the current frequency as well as the new proposed frequency.
Approx 500 properties will move from a weekly blue bag and recycling collection to a fortnightly collection with a bin for residual waste. Food waste will remain weekly.
3. What are the maximum amount of bins/receptacles that are available for collection by the council (i.e. general waste bin, recycle bin, food bin, etc.) This includes bins that residents are charged extra fees to obtain. Please provide a list
Please find the information on the councils website wokingham.gov.uk/sites/wokingham/files/2024-03/WBC Household Waste Service Standards 2024.pdf
4. How many requests have been made for a larger bin, or an additional bin of the same kind in the current financial year, 2025-26 (to present)?
595 requests have been made for additional capacity which includes:
• purple sacks for household with 2 or more children in nappies
• larger bin for larger households
• larger or additional bins for incontinence waste
