Which bin for plastic pots, tubs and trays?
Usual answer in the UK
Recycling Mixed recycling bin
Yoghurt pots, margarine tubs, fruit punnets and meat trays go in mixed recycling in nearly every area.
How to prepare it
Rinse off food. Peel off the film lid and put it in general waste.
Common mistakes
Black plastic trays used to be rejected; most councils now accept them, but some still do not.
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.