The A to Z of waste items and which bin they should go in
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Cartridges for printers
We do not accept this type of waste
Return to the manufacturer or supplier. Some charities will accept them too.
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Clinical waste
We do not accept this type of waste
Please contact the NHS for advice on disposal.
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Fireworks
We do not accept this type of waste
Contact commercial waste management firm.
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Flares
We do not accept this type of waste
Please contact your local coastguard for advice on disposal of flares.
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Hazardous chemicals
We do not accept this type of waste
Contact waste management organisations to arrange disposal.
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Japanese knotweed
We do not accept this type of waste
Contact a specialist waste management contractor for this specific plant disposal.
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Medicines
We do not accept this type of waste
Return to your local pharmacy.
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Needles
We do not accept this type of waste
NHS accepts needles and your prescribing pharmacist should supply a sharp safe Bin or needle exchange.
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Pesticides
We do not accept this type of waste
Follow manufacturer instructions.
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Pills and Tablets
We do not accept this type of waste
Return to your pharmacy.
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Ragwort
We do not accept this type of waste
Contact a specialist waste management contractor for this specific plant disposal.
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Syringes
We do not accept this type of waste
NHS accepts them and your prescriBing pharmacist should supply a sharp safe Bin or needle exchange.
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Toner
We do not accept this type of waste
Can be returned to the manufacturer or supplier.
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Water filters
We do not accept this type of waste
Can be returned to manufacturer to be recycled.
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