The A to Z of waste items and which bin they should go in

14 items found
  • Cartridges for printers

    We do not accept this type of waste

    Return to the manufacturer or supplier. Some charities will accept them too.

  • Clinical waste

    We do not accept this type of waste

    Please contact the NHS for advice on disposal.

  • Fireworks

    We do not accept this type of waste

    Contact commercial waste management firm.

  • Flares

    We do not accept this type of waste

    Please contact your local coastguard for advice on disposal of flares.

  • Hazardous chemicals

    We do not accept this type of waste

    Contact waste management organisations to arrange disposal.

  • Japanese knotweed

    We do not accept this type of waste

    Contact a specialist waste management contractor for this specific plant disposal.

  • Medicines

    We do not accept this type of waste

    Return to your local pharmacy.

  • 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.

  • Pesticides

    We do not accept this type of waste

    Follow manufacturer instructions.

  • Pills and Tablets

    We do not accept this type of waste

    Return to your pharmacy.

  • Ragwort

    We do not accept this type of waste

    Contact a specialist waste management contractor for this specific plant disposal.

  • 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.

  • Toner

    We do not accept this type of waste

    Can be returned to the manufacturer or supplier.

  • Water filters

    We do not accept this type of waste

    Can be returned to manufacturer to be recycled.

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