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Updates on any disruption to bin collection and recycling centre services
Due to vehicle breakdowns or adverse weather, some collections and access to Recycling Centres may be disrupted
Campervan Waste Disposal
Waste disposal point for caravans, motor homes and tourists.
Single-Use Plastic Regulations
On 1 June 2022 Scotland is introducing a ban on certain single use plastics
Perth Smart Waste Project
Perth and Kinross Council introduce Perth Smart Waste Project installing In-Cab and Fleetroute software in refuse collection vehicles to help increase efficiency in collections.
Volunteers awarded gold litter pickers to acknowledge contribution to communities
Perth & Kinross Council's Waste Services Team recently invited local householders to nominate a member of their community who goes above and beyond with their volunteer litter picking activities, via their Facebook page.
Commercial waste news update
Find all the latest news and essential information for Commercial Waste customers.
Safe disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
On the 14th August there was a fire in the small waste electricals skip which could have been avoided
Householders urged to recycle their used batteries
Householders in Perth and Kinross are being urged to recycle their batteries rather than dispose of them in their green bins.