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03/07/2024

Disruption to waste collections in Toddington & Leighton Buzzard.

Unfortunately, our waste collection crews have been unable to complete the following roads and streets today in Toddington, Leighton Buzzard and Houghton Regis..

❌ Toddington / Garden waste: 🌱🌿☘️
Bryant Way, Bush Close, Luton Road, Preston Road, Princes Street and Russel Road.

❌ Toddington / Food waste: 🍏🥒🍇
Bryant Way, Frenchmans Close, Grange Gardens, Holmfield Close, Meadow Road, Orchard Close, Peartree Close and Russell Road.

❌ Leighton Buzzard / Food waste: 🍌🍞🍗
Avon Walk, Bolton Lane, Carlton Grove, Chiltern Gardens, Church Street, Copper Beech Way, Cotefield Drive, Craddock Drive, Foxon Corner, Heath Park Drive, Heath Road, Heathwood Close, Humbles Croft, Isis Walk, Jakeman Edge, Kemsley Drive, Lawson Road, Mason Rise, Oakbank Drive, Oxendon Court, Payne Close, Pine Close, Plummer Haven, Purwell Walk, Robinsonwood Close, Ruffhead Road, Sandy Lane, Seddon Gardens, Severn Walk, Shackleton Grove, Shenley Close, Shenley Hill Road, St Leonards Close, Talbot Court, Tamar Walk, The Walnuts, Underwood Croft, Wernham Mead and Woodland Avenue.

❌ Houghton Regis / Food waste: 🍌🍊🍅
Elder Drive.

✅ If your road was one of the affected ones then please continue to leave your bin out for collection and the crews will return first thing on Thursday morning to collect.

We apologise for any inconvenience this disruption may have caused. Environmental Services.

03/07/2024

Hi, this is a reminder to say that we won’t be posting on this account from 10 July.

However, you can continue to stay updated with the latest waste services information on our main corporate account.

Follow us at Central Bedfordshire Council for regular updates.

We appreciate your support and look forward to connecting with you there!

03/07/2024

✅ A quick reminder that all the following foods can be put in your food recycling caddy.

🍞 Bread and baked goods in general
🍗 Meat, fish, and shellfish (raw or cooked including bones)
☕ Teabags and coffee grounds
🍌 Fruit, vegetables, and their peel (raw or cooked)
🍚 Rice, pasta, or beans
🍽 Uneaten food from plates or dishes
🥚 Eggshells

❌ Anything that isn’t food, packaging of any kind, liquids such as milk, oils, and liquid fats can’t be recycled.

Visit https://tinyurl.com/43tw8cs7 to find out more.

01/07/2024

⚠️ Never place batteries in either the refuse or recycling bin! 🔋⚠️

Batteries contain toxic chemicals which can ignite if damaged inside the collection vehicle or recycling facility. 🔥🔥

✅ Please recycle any used batteries via our separate kerbside collection: https://bit.ly/3JI5eM9. Alternatively a number of local supermarkets have dedicated battery recycling containers. If this isn't an option then please dispose at your nearest recycling centre.

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29/06/2024

All our recycling centres are expected to be very busy this weekend.

We appreciate it can be frustrating if you have to wait to access the facility but please be kind to the on-site staff who work hard to 'turn around' the waste containers as quickly as possible. For full details on what the sites can and can't accept please visit www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/tidytips

Thank you for your continued help in this matter. - Environmental Services.

28/06/2024

Who's planning a Friday night takeaway? 😋 🍽

If so, don't forget to rinse out your foil trays (or plastic tubs) before popping them in the recycling bin! ♻️

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28/06/2024

Don't let your recycling efforts go down the pan! ♻️👎

This item was placed at the bottom (no pun intended) of a communal recycling bin and picked out at the sorting facility. I mean we thought it pretty obvious 🤫- but if anyone's ever unsure if an item is recyclable or not then please play safe and leave it out of the recycling bin!

To check which items are accepted as part of our kerbside collections please visit: https://bit.ly/39unp4W

27/06/2024

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26/06/2024

♻ Are you looking to get some tips on how to up your recycling game or reduce how much you waste? If so then our Environmental Engagement Officer is at Shefford Library tomorrow morning between 9-11am.

♻ There will be lots of information, activities and even some freebies!

For more information on our waste services visit https://ow.ly/a0ut50SgQWf.

26/06/2024

Thank you for following our Waste Service page on Facebook.

We want to let you know that we won’t be posting on this account from 10 July onwards.

However, you can continue to stay updated with the latest news about our waste services on our main corporate account.

Follow Central Bedfordshire Council for regular updates.

We appreciate your support and look forward to connecting with you there!

26/06/2024

Our Trade Waste facility at Thorn Household Waste Recycling Centre (Tidy Tip) has reopened for business as normal.

For more information about using the Trade Waste facility, please visit our website: www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/tidytips

25/06/2024

Empties at the ready for some half or full time recycling! ♻️⚽🏆 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇸🇮

25/06/2024

✅ Thorn Turn Tidy Tip has now reopened - Tuesday, 25 June.

⚠ The trade waste site remains closed although its expected to reopen later this afternoon. We will update the post as and when it reopens.

We apologise for any inconvenience the closure may have caused. Environmental Services

24/06/2024

⚠️ Thorn Turn Tidy Tip is Closed – Monday, 24 June ⚠️

Unfortunately, due to a mechanical fault on the site compactor we have had to temporarily close Thorn Household Waste Recycling Centre to all visitors this afternoon (Monday, 24 June).

We are hoping the issues are resolved tomorrow and will issue an update in the morning.

Our other sites in Ampthill, Biggleswade and Leighton Buzzard remain operational.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. Environmental Services

24/06/2024

⚠ Trade Waste at Thorn Turn Tidy Tip ⚠

Unfortunately, due to a mechanical fault which occurred over the weekend we have had to temporarily close the trade waste facility at Thorn this morning (Monday, 24 June) . We will provide an update late today.

Residents can continue to access the household waste containers as usual. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. Environmental Services

24/06/2024

Here are some waste related reminders for this week.

♻🚛 All domestic waste, dry mixed recycling, food, subscribed garden waste, glass, clinical and bulky waste collections are operating as normal.
Please visit: www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/bins to find your collection day.

💻 Need to report a missed bin? The quickest way to notify ourselves is via our website: https://bit.ly/3dNcDtz 👍

♻🚗 Our Household Waste Recycling Centres are currently open 7 days a week between 9am-5pm. Please note Thorn is currently closed. We will provide an update on Tuesday morning.

♻🛻 Due to a mechanical fault the trade waste facility at Thorn is currently closed. We will provide an update on Tuesday morning.

Thanks, Environmental Services.

23/06/2024

Give it a Grow! 🌱🍂🌿🍌🍏

✅ If you fancy giving home composting a grow then you can buy a subsidised 220 litre compost bin through Central Bedfordshire Council for as little as £25.84 (delivery not included)

More information on the subsidised composting and water butt range can be found on the Council website. https://tinyurl.com/bdf5xp4s

Alternatively order online at www.getcomposting.com and get started with your subsidised composting bins and accessories.

23/06/2024

Our Reuse shop at Thorn Household Waste Recycling Centre is stocked with items that have been donated by residents on site as well as items which have been rescued from the containers which would have otherwise been disposed of.

✅ If your in the area why not visit and you may bag yourself a bargain! - Alternatively why not give their page Thorn Turn Reuse Shop a like and a follow!

23/06/2024

A quick reminder that unfortunately we cannot accept tablet blister packs as part of our recycling collections. If empty then please put the packets in your black wheelie bin.
If some medication remains then please return the pack to a pharmacy or via a local TerraCycle UK scheme for safe disposal.

22/06/2024

All our recycling centres are expected to be very busy this weekend. 👀

We appreciate it can be frustrating if you have to wait to access the facility but please be kind to the on-site staff who work hard to 'turn around' the waste containers as quickly as possible.

Thank you for your continued help in this matter. 👍 - Environmental Services.

22/06/2024

Did you bring home the bacon from breakfast? 🥓🐷

If you did then its easy to recycle the meat tray. Simply remove the plastic film, rinse and pop it in your recycling bin. Job done 👍

21/06/2024

You can place Tetrapacks and cartons in your recycling bin - simply give them a rinse, pop the lid back on and 'hey presto' they're good to go! ♻️

Pic credit: Leeds Recycles

21/06/2024

If you have lots of unwanted items, how about finding a new home for them with Freegle 💚

Freegle is also great if you need useful stuff to kit out your home. Join your local Freegle community to see what you can pick up for free 🤩

It's easy to sign up and simple to use, visit their website for more information. www.ilovefreegle.org

20/06/2024

Empties at the ready for some half or full time recycling! ♻️⚽🏆 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇩🇰

20/06/2024

Now that the big yellow thing has finally decided to appear in the sky ☀️ you may feel more inclined to start taking your reusable water bottle out on a more regular basis.

✅ If that's the case then make sure you get the 'Refill' app to find the nearest 'Refill' station that offers free water. To download the app' please visit: https://bit.ly/3OhNLvi

19/06/2024

We are investigating a fly-tipping incident reported on Sunday, June 16, on Steppingley Road in Flitwick. Our officers have examined the waste and found evidence linking some of it to an address in Luton. They have also conducted door-to-door inquiries in the area where the waste was dumped.

The resident at the linked address has been contacted and claims that someone else was responsible for removing the waste. The investigation is ongoing.

We are appealing to the public for any information that could help us identify the fly-tipper. The waste was dumped between Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 June.

If you have any details or CCTV footage, please contact our team on 0300 300 4228 or email [email protected]

16/06/2024

Excited for the big game this evening? ⚽👍

If you’re enjoying a few drinks at home whilst watching 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Vs 🇷🇸 then we have approximately 100 locations where you can recycle any empty glass bottles afterwards.

To check the nearest location to your home please visit: http://bitly.ws/wNG9

16/06/2024

We have issued a stark reminder about the importance of ensuring waste is collected and disposed of by licensed professionals after a major fly-tipping incident on the A1 in Beeston, was traced back to a Bedford property renovation.
On 7 December 2022, we received a report of a fly-tipping incident involving a van load of waste dumped on the northbound slip road of the A1 in Beeston.
Following an investigation the waste was traced back to Apex Property Services LLP, a company engaged in renovation work on a property in Bedford.
The investigation revealed that Apex Property Services LLP had encountered difficulties in arranging skips for the removal of waste created by the renovation. As a result, they enlisted Mr Slaine Caulfield of Windmill Close, Bedford, to manage the waste disposal.
At the time, Mr Caulfield was abroad, and he delegated the task to Mr Sayed Shah of Melbourne Street, Bedford, who in turn, hired another individual to remove the waste, which was subsequently fly-tipped. Unfortunately, no waste transfer notes or invoices were provided, and neither Mr Caulfield nor Mr Shah conducted the necessary due diligence enquires to ensure the waste was disposed of lawfully.
Mr Caulfield and Mr Shah attended Luton Magistrates Court and both pleaded guilty to breaching Section 34 of the Environmental Protection Act 1990, which sets out the legal duty of care required for the proper disposal of waste.
Mr Caulfield was fined £1,041, with additional costs of £665 and a victim surcharge of £416. Mr Shah was fined £616, with additional costs of £665 and a victim surcharge of £246.
Apex Property Services LLP, acknowledging the circumstances and their involvement, accepted a £600 fixed penalty notice for failing to produce a transfer note for the waste.
Residents can help us reduce this type of crime by reporting incidents on our website www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/reportit, by calling 0300 300 8302, or by emailing [email protected].

15/06/2024

All our recycling centres are expected to be very busy this weekend. 👀

We appreciate it can be frustrating if you have to wait to access the sites but please be kind to the on-site staff who are working very hard to 'turn around' the waste containers as quickly as possible.

Thank you for your continued help in this matter. 👍 - Environmental Services.

14/06/2024

Are you looking to get some tips on how to up your recycling game or reduce how much you waste - which could help save you money? ♻

✅ Why not attend our upcoming event at The Green Market in Leighton Buzzard tomorrow (Saturday, 15 June). There will be lots of information up for grabs, as well as activities and even some freebies to take home.

For more information on money saving tips by reducing waste please visit: https://tinyurl.com/yrhy49tj

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What happens to the coffee pods you recycle? See how Podback recycles the coffee pods you recycle in Central Bedfordshire. Recycling reduces waste and gives materials a second life. Sign up for the free Podback recycling service at www.podback.org.

☕ + ♻️ = 🐝🐝🐝 Feel that extra buzz, knowing you’re doing your eco-bit by recycling your used coffee pods. It’s super easy. Sign up for the free coffee recycling collection scheme today: www.podback.org

☕If you missed it: Early in the week we launched our new coffee pod recycling scheme. ♻️ Find out how you can get an extra shot of goodness in your life, knowing you’re doing your bit for the environment every time you sip your frothy coffee: www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/podback

☕ Coming soon, coffee pod recycling from your home. ♻️ We’re working with Podback a nationwide, not-for-profit coffee pod recycling service. Look out for more information about the service, coming through your letterbox soon.

Happy New Year

The Environmental Services Team would like to wish everyone a very happy, healthy and prosperous New Year. 🕛❤️♻👍 #HappyNewYear #2024

Have you one or two empties?

Have you one or two empties 🍾🍾🍾🍾 from Christmas and Boxing Day? If that is the case then we have loads of bottle bank sites available for you to recycle that glass waste. To find your nearest location please visit: https://bit.ly/2JlsEwr #RecyclingIsEasy #Goodtoknow #Glass #BottleBanks

Nan and Grandad know best

Nan and Grandad know best From mince pie foil trays, drinks cans, turkey trays and sweet wrappers - there’s a heap of recyclable aluminium in every household over Christmas. ✅ The best part? It can all be recycled again and again and again. So, recycling aluminium this year means it might just end up being used next Christmas! 🥧🥧🥧🎅♻👍 #Cardboard #Foil #Christmas #RecyclingIsEasy

LETS RECAP..... 😀

LETS RECAP..... 😀 In no particular order you have probably opened presents, hunted for some batteries that work, had lunch, snoozed, watched the Kings Speech, snoozed, ate chocolates, drunk alcohol, thought about eating some more food even though you’re just not hungry… and then about now someone has just mentioned “when are the bin men coming next?” ✅ So to help we have put all the revised waste collection days over the festive period on this link: http://bit.ly/2QSG1FW #Bins

Have you done the Scrunch Test?

Have you done the Scrunch Test? In case the King 👑 forgets to mention the scrunch test in this years speech then the big man 🎅 in this little video is here to remind you! #King #Speech #SomeoneWakeDadUp #Corgis #Recycling #ScrunchTest #RecyclingIsEasy

Remember kids not all wrapping paper is recyclable!

Remember kids not all wrapping paper is recyclable! Wrapping paper that’s covered in glitter isn't recyclable and should only be placed in your refuse bin. Check out the big man below for a little reminder.... 🎅 #Glitter #WrappingPaper #RecyclingIsEasy

It's Christmas!!!

It's Christmas!!! The Environmental Services Team would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas. Have a great day! 🎅🎄❤️♻👍 #Christmas

The foil wrappers from all those treats are endlessly recyclable. 🎃🧟‍♀️🧙‍♀️ Don't miss a trick by forgetting to put them in your recycling bin! ♻️👍 #Goodtoknow #Recycle #GreenHalloween #MetalMatters

Planning a BBQ?

Hopefully the sun continues to shine this weekend ☀️🙏 - if thats the case then a BBQ could be on the cards!!! 🍗🌭🍔 ♻️ Please remember to recycle any wrapping foil, foil trays and aluminium drink cans that you may use. #BinBetter #RecyclingIsEasy #MetalMatters

Who's cracked open their Easter eggs yet?

🐥🐰🥚 Who's cracked open their Easter eggs yet? - Remember to recycle all the plastic packaging as well as the cardboard and aluminium foil. ♻️ #Easter #EasterEgg #Chocolate #RecyclingIsEasy #Plastic #MetalMatters #Cardboard

This Food Waste Action Week, take the new quiz from Love Food Hate Waste - Community to find out how you can make your food go further! 💚 www.lovefoodhatewaste.com/fwaw

🌱 Great news, garden waste collections resume today (Monday, 27 February) 🌳 Check out bit.ly/CBC-Bins to find out which day your bin or bags will be collected 👍🏽 #GardenWaste

The wait is finally over!

🌱 Great news, garden waste collections resume today (Monday, 27 February) 🌳 Check out bit.ly/CBC-Bins to find out which day your bin or bags will be collected 👍🏽 #GardenWaste

Garden waste collections resume on Monday, 27 February! 🌱🌳🪴 To check your scheduled collection day please visit: https://bit.ly/3xHc9Aa #GardenWaste ~

Garden waste collections are resuming!!! Keep your eyes peeled for bin tags, website updates and more social media posts this week! 🗑️🍃 ➡️ https://bit.ly/3o8BhtQ

It's the day after the night before! 🥱🤢 There maybe one or two empties 🍾🍾🍾 from the celebrations last night and 'I must recycle more' was one of your New Year’s resolutions! ♻👍 If that is the case, then we have loads of bottle banks sites available for you to recycle the glass. To find your nearest location please visit: https://bit.ly/2JlsEwr #RecyclingIsEasy #WeDo #Goodtoknow #NewYear #Glass #BottleBanks

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Nan and Grandad know best

LETS RECAP..... 😀

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Remember kids not all wrapping paper is recyclable!

It's Christmas!!!

Planning a BBQ?

Who's cracked open their Easter eggs yet?

The wait is finally over!

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