Residents encouraged to have a green Christmas
22 Dec 2020 ARCHIVED (over 3 months old) - view latest news
Over the holiday period, households often produce increased amounts of waste, from leftover festive food to gift wrapping paper.
The council is encouraging everyone to practice effective recycling this festive season and help move toward an even greener, cleaner and climate friendly Northumberland.
There are number of facilities across the county to help residents achieve this.
The county’s household waste recovery centres (HWRCs) also accept a variety of items, such as glass bottles and jars, old or broken electricals, and even Christmas trees.
Due to the current local Covid restrictions in place, residents are strongly advised to limit their time outside the home and therefore should make as few journeys to HWRCs as possible.
Residents are also encouraged to practice better battery recycling. All household batteries, including ‘button’ batteries from watches, can be recycled at HWRCs.
Councillor Glen Sanderson, Leader of Northumberland County Council and cabinet member for environment and local services said: “Recycling over Christmas and New Year is just as important as it is at other times of the year, more so as we often produce more waste.
“I’d like to encourage everyone to take a look at the information on our website, where you can find lots of tips on reducing your waste and practicing effective recycling over the holidays.
“I’d also like to remind residents that we all need to do our bit to keep reducing the spread of coronavirus, even at Christmas. With this in mind, please plan ahead and make as few trips to the tip as possible.
“Merry Christmas and thank you for playing your part in keeping our county clean and green.”