Waste Monitoring & Recycling Collection Systems

24/10/2007 - Delays for 'Pay as you throw' scheme

The long awaited decision to allow Local Autorites to charge households for the amount waste they generate has been delayed. Read more on the BBC

03/09/2007 - Kirklees council begins roll out of fortnightly household waste collections

Despite Labour Councilors objection, Kirklees council rolls out fortnightly waste collection after 5,000 strong trial. Read more on letsrecycle.com

28/08/2007 - Extra bin bags cost man £1000 in fines

After ignoring a £75 fine for disposing of black bags incorrectly Daniel Ward, 20, from Rhyl was fined £1000 in court. Read more on the BBC

22/08/2007 - Majority support 'Pay-as-you-throw' system for household waste

Local Government surveys show that 64% of people are in favour of lower council tax and 'pay-as-you-throw' waste disposal. The scheme will mean recyclers pay less. Read more on the BBC

27/07/2007 - First prosecution under new Peterborough waste scheme is upheld in court

A mother of four has been fined £600 for breaking council rules. Additional black bags of rubbish including 140 nappies a week where placed next to her wheelie bin. Read more on the Daily Mail

06/09/2006 - Chip & Bin rolled out in Lincolnshire Council

Lincolnshire Council using Chip & Bin technology to monitor the collection and weights of residential refuse. Read more on the BBC

14/09/2005 - Chip & Bin plan Launched in Northumberland

Northumberland Council plans a five month trial for Chip & Bin. The 4,000 strong bin campaign will help the council identify recycling hotspots and black holes. Read more on the BBC