RECYCLING IN YOUR AREA




In Greater Manchester, we can all recycle all of the same things, the only difference are the bin colours! From your deodorant cans, shampoo bottles to your teabags, these can all be recycled in your bins at home.

To find out specific information about your local area, or to contact your local council use our interactive map below.




Use our interactive map or drop down menu opposite to find out recycling information from your local council.
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BE BATTERY AWARE

There’s hidden batteries everywhere! We’re working with our partners Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service to remind you not to put any batteries in your bins at home.

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IN THE LOOP

Where does your recycling go? Does it actually get recycled?

The answer is yes! All of these items are part of a big loop, meaning they can be recycled again and again. Recycling is a vital part of the circular economy which is about reducing waste by keeping things in use as long as possible. When you recycle your stuff in the correct bin at home, you’re part of the circular economy and #InTheLoopGM.

ecycle your stuff in the correct bin at home, you’re part of the circular economy and #InTheLoop.

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BUY, KEEP, EAT, REPEAT

Follow our tips below for ‘Buy, Keep, Eat, Repeat’, to help you plan meals, store your food right, use up leftovers and recycle food in your food caddy or bin!

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LET’S COMPOST NOW

Home composting is using your kitchen waste and garden waste to make your own nutrient rich compost that you can use to help feed your flowers, plants and vegetables.

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