Lewisham
Yay! Lewisham Council collects food waste for recycling into energy.
Does the council collect food waste from houses, and flats in converted houses?
Yes – apart from some properties on red routes, or which don’t have space for bins
Does the council collect from purpose-built flats, and flats on estates?
No – but if you have a garden, you can order a compost bin for £10 here https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/myservices/wasterecycle/recycling/Pages/composting.aspx
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. You can order replacement bins through your council account https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/myservices/wasterecycle/your-bins/order-a-bin/Pages/wheelie-bins.aspx
Do I need to use liners? And what kind?
Yes – please line your caddy with biodegradable liners or newspaper.
Are the liners available for free?
No – you’ll need to buy them from a supermarket.
Where can I find more information about my council food waste recycling service?