Bin Collection Day

Which bin for kitchen roll and tissues?

Usual answer in the UK

Food waste Food waste caddy

Used kitchen roll and paper towels cannot be recycled. Many councils accept them in the food caddy; otherwise use general waste.

Also possible: General waste bin.

Does every council do this?

Most councils follow the answer above, but bins and sorting rules are set locally, and a few councils still do things differently. If your bin has a sticker, or your council sent a leaflet, follow that. Enter your postcode to go straight to your council's guidance.

More items that usually go to the food waste bin

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