West Lindsey prepares for new weekly food waste collections
Residents across West Lindsey are now preparing for the launch of weekly food waste collection, which begins in the district on March 30.
With the rollout just weeks away, households will start receiving their new food waste caddies from February 2, giving everyone time to get familiar with the service before collections officially begin.
Lincolnshire is moving to weekly food waste collections as part of the national requirements set out in the Environment Act 2021.
All local authorities must collect food waste separately every week, a legal change designed to boost recycling rates, cut down on waste, and reduce environmental impact across the UK.
The service is being introduced by all the district councils and Lincolnshire County Council, through the Lincolnshire Waste Partnership, to ensure a smooth, consistent rollout across the county.
Each household will receive two purpose-designed food waste caddies - a five litre indoor caddy (approx. 20×20×25cm) and a 23 litre outdoor caddy (approx. 30×40×38cm).
Both come with lockable lids to reduce odours and prevent wildlife from accessing food scraps.
Their compact, spacesaving design means they can be stored easily and placed on top of existing bins if needed.
An initial supply of caddy liners will also be provided, to help keep indoor caddies clean
From March 30, food waste will be collected every week using dedicated vehicles, ensuring it remains separate from other waste services.
Clear instructions on using the service and preparing food waste for collection will be delivered alongside the caddies from February 2.
As with all kerbside waste in Lincolnshire, which does not go to landfill, your food waste will be put to good use.
It will be transported to a specialist anaerobic digestion facility, where it will be converted into biogas, a clean and renewable energy source, and nutrientrich fertiliser for local farmland.
The new service makes it simple for households to recycle food waste separately, reducing the amount of rubbish in general waste bins and helping residents manage their waste more effectively
Coun Emma Bailey, chair of the Prosperous Communities Committee, said: “This is an important step forward for West Lindsey, and we’re pleased to see the service now moving from planning to delivery.
“With caddies arriving from February 2, residents can start getting ready for weekly food waste collections ahead of the March 30, launch.
“This new service will make it easier for households to recycle more and reduce the amount of waste we produce as a county. By working together through the Lincolnshire Waste Partnership, we’re ensuring a simple, consistent system that benefits our communities and our environment.”
The Lincolnshire Waste Partnership is continuing its work to make waste and recycling simpler and easier for everyone, ensuring the benefits of the changes are felt by the community and the environment.