Hounslow

Yay! Hounslow Council collects food waste for recycling into energy.

Does the council collect food waste from houses, and flats in converted houses?

Yes.

Does the council collect from purpose-built flats, and flats on estates?

No.

What about flats above shops?

No.

Can I get a caddy from the council?

Yes – the council provides both internal kitchen caddies and external (larger) ones. Contact the council directly to get a replacement here: https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/site/xfp/scripts/xforms_form.php?formID=83&language=en

Do I need to use liners? And what kind?

Yes – please only use compostable starch liners, newspaper or kitchen roll, not plastic bags or biodegradable bags.

Are the liners available for free?

No.

Where can I find more information about my council food waste recycling service?