Bin man's vital advice about 'putting things in right bins' after Christmas
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The festive season inevitably leads to a spike in household waste, from the mountains of cardboard packaging to the piles of Christmas cards and gift bags. Amid the post-Christmas clear-out, bin men across the country ramp up their efforts to handle the increased demand for rubbish disposal.
However, one dedicated refuse collector has offered crucial advice on correctly sorting waste as normal service resumes after Christmas Day. Due to the holiday season, changes to waste and recycling collection schedules are common, with pick-up days changing to accommodate the days off.
For residents who usually have their bins collected on December 25, this might mean a rescheduled collection today, December 27, or for those with a December 26 slot, collections could shift to December 28. These changes can vary based on local council policies, so it's vital to check.
Yet, when the time comes for collectors to take away the bins, householders play a critical role in environmental conservation by ensuring that they separate their waste accurately to prevent additional work for those processing it afterward. To lend a hand, Danny, a bin man from St Helens Council, took to their TikTok page to run a 'what goes where, Christmas edition', revealing insights that surprised many viewers.
Alongside the clip, Danny included a supportive caption alongside footage displaying the use of a recycling bag and a brown wheelie bin: "What goes where? Recycling and waste collections start up again tomorrow [December 27] after a short Christmas break... so make sure you're putting things in the right bins/bags.
