Litter Bins
Environment Services are responsible for the provision and maintenance of litter bins throughout the area. There are in excess of 600 bins throughout Perth and Kinross.
Types of Bins
There are a range of litter bins to suit the specific needs of each location. All litter bins provided and maintained by Perth & Kinross Council are identified with the council crest and some have local maps attached to assist visitors to the area. We aim to install litter bins that fit in with existing street furniture and surroundings to minimise visual impact.
Bins for Smoking Related Litter
We have recently started to introduce litter bins throughout Perth and Kinross that have a cigarette stubber plate and a fire retardant disposal compartment to allow smokers to safely dispose of their cigarette ends.
Location of Bins
The litter bins are typically placed in busy thoroughfares most likely to attract littering, for example within the city centre, outside take away food shops, bus stops, car parks and lay-bys.
The numbers of litter bins can also be increased in areas of repeated littering, for example the main routes into schools.
Please use the litter bins responsibly, litter bins are only to be used for pedestrian litter and should not be used to dispose of either domestic or commercial waste.
Maintenance
Perth and Kinross Council have dedicated teams that empty the bins on regular schedules devised to meet the demands of each location.
Reporting a overflowing/defective bin
If you see a bin that is overflowing, please report it by contacting the Customer Service Centre on 01738 476476. Similarly, if you notice a litter bin that has been moved or damaged, please contact us and we will endeavour to repair or replace the bin as quickly as possible.
If you know of an area that could benefit from a litter bin please call the Customer Service Centre to speak to one of our Litter Enforcement Officers.
