The scheme was initially rolled out to 700 homes in Twickenham, with only fruit and vegetable waste collected. In July this year, 4,000 homes in Hampton Hill and Kew were given the scheme – with all food waste allowed.
”. Separating food waste from household rubbish will help deter animals, such as foxes, ripping open black sacks left out for collection “
– Councillor David Marlow, Richmond borough council
Richmond council has said that the schemes increased recycling rates, and awareness of source separation was also increased. The first trial achieved an 18% participation rate, with the second rising to 32%.
Animal-proof recycling bins, provided by Straight, are now being delivered to households across the borough. The bins have a securable lid, which helps stop pests from getting into the bin.
Collections
The bins will be collected on the same day as the councils blue bag and black box recyclable collections are made. The collected waste will be used on local land, including parks and gardens.
Richmond has said that the scheme is crucial to hitting Richmond's 2005/06 recycling target of 30% by March 2006. The council currently recycles 26% of its waste.
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Councillor David Marlow, cabinet member for the environment, said: “I am delighted that this is expanding borough-wide. Separating food waste from household rubbish will help deter animals, such as foxes, ripping open black sacks left out for collection.
“We realise the importance of recycling and have been working hard to boost awareness and to make it much easier to recycle,” he added.
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