Sutton

Yay! Sutton 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.

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) caddies or wheelie bins for blocks of flats. Order replacements here: https://www.sutton.gov.uk/info/200449/waste_and_recycling/1171/request_new_or_replacement_bins_and_boxes

Do I need to use liners? And what kind?

Yes – please only use newspaper to line your caddy, or compostable starch liners, not plastic bags or biodegradable bags.

Are the liners available for free?

No – but you can buy them from supermarkets and shops around Sutton.

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