Multiple Councils Announce Waste Collection Changes

Several local councils are modifying waste and recycling collection schedules to accommodate upcoming bank holidays and environmental reforms. In Somerset, all rubbish and recycling collections will shift back by one day following the May 5 bank holiday, while recycling sites will remain open if they normally operate on Mondays. Ceredigion residents with Monday collections will have their waste picked up on the preceding Saturday during bank holidays in May, and specific household waste sites will have altered opening hours. Meanwhile, the City of Melton in Victoria, Australia, will implement a four-bin waste system by July 2027, including a dedicated glass recycling bin, as mandated by state government reform. These changes aim to ensure service continuity during holidays, improve recycling rates, and support more sustainable waste management practices. Residents are encouraged to check council websites for updated schedules and guidance on sorting their waste.