FOI release

FOI Request: Bin collections

Case reference FOI2026/00153

Received 6 February 2026

Published 23 February 2026

Request

This is an information request relating to scheduled bin collection changes.

Please include the following information:

* How frequently are bins collected from residential properties? Please provide the frequency for each type of bin and the day its collected

* Is the council considering changing the frequency of bin collections?

* If so please provide the current frequency as well as the new proposed frequency.

* 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

* 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)?

If it is not possible to provide the information requested due to the information exceeding the cost of compliance limits identified in Section 12, please provide advice and assistance, under the Section 16 obligations of the Act, as to how I can refine my request.

Response

Please see information below:

 

1. Frequency of bin collections from residential properties

Bin Type

Collection Frequency

Collection Day*

Black Bin (Residual)

Fortnightly

Varies by area

Commingled Recycling

Fortnightly

Varies by area

Garden Waste

Fortnightly

Varies by area

Food Waste

Weekly (from June)

Varies by area

*Exact collection days depend on local rounds and are communicated to residents via the Council's collection calendars.

2. Changes to bin collection frequency

The Council is currently reviewing collection methods with the aim of increasing recycling. No final decisions on new collection frequencies have been made, but changes are under consideration.

3. Maximum number of bins/receptacles available

Residents are currently provided with the following standard bins at no additional charge:

  • 1 x General Waste Bin

  • 1 x Recycling Bin

  • 1 x Garden Waste Bin

  • 1 x Food Waste Bin

At present, there are no charges for additional bins, although additional bins are subject to Council approval.

4. Requests for larger or additional bins

In the current financial year:

  • Total requests received: 314

  • Requests approved and delivered: 158

All requests are reviewed to ensure they meet the Council's eligibility criteria before bins are supplied.

Documents

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