WL community projects save money reduce waste with £20k grant
Two community projects in West Lothian received nearly £20,000 to hire staff for sustainability initiatives, diverting over 2.7 tonnes of waste from landfill.
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Binman reveals real reason black bin bags are left behind
A binman explains that black bin bags are often left uncollected for recycling because workers cannot see the contents, leading to contamination. He urges putting recycling loose instead.
Binman Warns of Easter Egg Recycling Mistakes That Could Lead to Missed Collections
A binman warns that incorrect recycling of Easter egg foil could lead to bins being left uncollected. Check your council's guidelines.
Fire at Bristol recycling centre temporarily closes site
A fire at Bristol's Hartcliffe Way recycling centre caused temporary closure; no injuries or infrastructure damage reported.
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35p Lemon Trick to Banish Dishwasher Smells, Say Cleaning Experts
A cheap lemon trick can banish dishwasher smells for just 35p, according to cleaning experts. No white vinegar needed.
The Cost of Misplaced Recycling: Two-Thirds of Welsh Waste Could Be Saved from Landfill
Wales sends 1,250 tonnes of waste daily to landfill, costing £130k. Denbighshire could save £500k/yr if recyclables weren't binned. Food and paper make up 40% of black bin waste.
Recycling centre suspended after fly infestation in Llanelli
A recycling plant in Llanelli has been ordered to stop accepting certain waste types after a fly infestation left residents 'physically sick' and feeling like prisoners in their own homes.
Grant to Preserve Hexham Abbey's Medieval Paintings
A £138,088 National Lottery grant will help preserve Hexham Abbey's medieval panel paintings, the largest collection in the UK, which risk being lost without urgent work.
Merthyr Tydfil Suspends Fridge Collections
Merthyr Tydfil Council has suspended bulky waste collections for fridges and freezers from July 16 due to UK-wide reprocessing network restrictions, urging residents to use recycling centres or donate items.
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Garden Items Banned from Recycling Under New Rules
Updated Simpler Recycling rules prohibit garden waste items like plastic plant pots, garden tools, and animal bedding from recycling bins. Check local exemptions.
Garden Waste Items Banned Under New UK Recycling Rules
The Simpler Recycling rules ban garden items like plastic plant pots, bulky waste, and tools from recycling bins. Separate collections for food and garden waste are now mandatory.
Clean Shower Head with 37p Lemon Juice: Removes Dirt
A 37p kitchen item, lemon juice, removed months of dirt from a shower head, outperforming white vinegar with a fresh citrus scent.
Landfill Site Blights Derbyshire Village with Flies and Dust
Residents of Duckmanton, Derbyshire, say their lives are a 'living nightmare' due to a massive landfill site that brings flies, dust, and unbearable stench, making them prisoners in their own homes.
Scaffolding OK'd for South Shields Town Hall Clock Tower Repairs
Listed building consent has been granted for temporary scaffolding at South Shields Town Hall to enable essential maintenance and repairs on the nearly 120-year-old clock tower, a defining feature of the skyline.
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Leazes Park Wins Green Flag Award 2026
Leazes Park in Newcastle city centre has retained the prestigious Green Flag award for 2026, one of 32 North East parks recognised as among the best in the UK.
Public Garden Work at Brown Institute Site Starts This Year
Renfrewshire Council confirms work on a public garden at the demolished Brown Institute site will begin later this year, honouring the legacy of the B-listed building.
Gardeners Face £20k Fine for Cutting Neighbour's Trees
Homeowners trimming neighbours' trees risk £20,000 fines if they fail to check for Tree Preservation Orders or nesting birds, warns Tiger.co.uk.
Carmarthenshire Recycling to Expand from One Bag to Five
Carmarthenshire Council will introduce a five-bag recycling system from autumn 2026, replacing the current single blue bag, with weekly food and glass collections remaining unchanged.
Former Colliery Could Become Hydrogen Facility in Wales
Early-stage plans for a small-scale biomass gasification plant to produce hydrogen at the former Abernant Colliery in Pontardawe have been submitted, aiming to produce up to 175kg of hydrogen per hour.
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Five Barbecue Items Banned from Recycling Bins
Waste experts warn that five common barbecue items, including disposable barbecues and charcoal, can cause serious safety hazards and contamination if incorrectly placed in home recycling bins.
Major Incident After Fire at Avonmouth Recycling Plant
A major incident has been declared after a significant fire broke out at a recycling centre in Avonmouth near Bristol early on 15 July 2026, prompting residents to stay indoors.
Bristol Fire: Major Incident at Avonmouth Recycling Centre
A major incident has been declared after a significant fire broke out at a recycling centre in Avonmouth, Bristol. Firefighters are on scene; residents advised to keep windows closed.
Secret Ingredient to Elevate Your Ham Sandwich: Jam
Adding jam to a ham sandwich introduces a sweet contrast that enhances the salty, smoky flavour. This simple cupboard staple transforms the classic lunchtime favourite without extra cost.
Welsh Beach Named Among UK's Best: Blue Lagoon Surprise
Abereiddy in Pembrokeshire, with its dark sands, made the Sunday Times best beach list due to the nearby Blue Lagoon, a former slate quarry with stunning aqua-blue water, now a top wild swimming and coasteering spot.
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Kitchen Items Transform Shower Screens
A cleaning hack using Fairy Liquid and vinegar in a Dishmatic makes shower screens gleam, eliminating streaks and water marks, as shared by TikTok user @mylittlehome.x.
Best Mould Remover for Grout Tested: HG Wins Over Astonish
HG Mould Spray at £4.29 outperformed Mould Magic and Astonish in a grout test, removing black mould in 30 minutes and leaving grout white like new.
Barton Arcade, Manchester's Last Victorian Arcade, at Risk
Barton Arcade, a 150-year-old Grade II*-listed Victorian shopping arcade in Manchester, has been placed on SAVE Britain's heritage at risk register due to neglect and needed repairs, including its steel and glass roof.
5 Chores to Skip in UK Heatwave, Says Queen of Clean
Lynsey Crombie, the Queen of Clean, urges households to avoid five common chores during the heatwave, including using tumble dryers and cleaning ovens, as they can worsen heat and cleaning results.
Bin Collection Reforms Delayed Until After Next Election, Councils Claim
Councils accuse government of delaying recycling bin reforms until after next general election to avoid controversy, citing policy postponement to 2025.
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Stop Flies Entering Your Home: Simple 5-Minute Fan Change
DIY expert reveals how using a fan incorrectly attracts flies indoors. Simple 5-minute change keeps your home cool and pest-free during the UK heatwave.
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