Merton
Yay! Merton 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?
Yes – If you live in a flat or estate with shared bins.
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 here. If you live in a large block of flats and need a replacement communal bin, contact your managing agent who will need to sort this.
Do I need to use liners? And what kind?
Yes – please line your caddy with compostable starch liners or newspaper – not plastic bags or biodegradable bags.
Are the liners available for free?
No – but you can buy them cheaply from Merton libraries or from supermarkets and shops in the area.
Where can I find more information about my council food waste recycling service?