A NEW scheme is starting on Monday aimed towards boosting Pembrokeshire’s recycling rate.
Residents bringing general waste bags (also known as black bags) to the county’s waste and recycling centres will be asked by staff to open them to see if any of the items inside are recyclable.
“A staggering 40% of the general waste brought to the centres can be recycled,” said Cllr Cris Tomos, Cabinet Member for the Environment.
“We’re looking forward to working with householders to divert this material to the appropriate recycling containers.”
Staff at the centres (at Crane Cross, Waterloo, Winsel, Hermon, Manorowen and St Davids) have already been handing out leaflets and talking to residents about the scheme.
Cllr Cris Tomos added that householders could help by sorting out their waste before arriving at the centres.
“If you’re not sure what can be recycled, then simply place the items loose in your vehicle, or if you prefer, in open containers, and our staff can advise you and let you know where the suitable recycling facilities are on the site,” he said.
Find out more about what can be recycled at Pembrokeshire’s waste and recycling centres at https://www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/waste-and-recycling-centres/what-can-i-take-to-the-centres
