Struggling with overflowing bins and uncollected rubbish? A friendly binman has shared a top tip that could save you a smelly mess! Posting as The No1 Binman on TikTok, he highlights a common mistake many of us make—putting the wrong items in our recycling bins.
It turns out that not all plastic is created equal. Each council has its own rules on what plastics they accept, so while bottles and tins might be fine, items like carrier bags, black bags, and films often aren’t. These “naughty” plastics can jam sorting machinery and mess up the recycling process.
Here’s the scoop: if your bin contains non-recyclable items, the whole lot could be left on your pavement. Binmen aren’t being mean—it’s all about maintaining recycling standards and keeping machinery in top form.
Wondering what to do with those pesky carrier bags? Most big supermarkets like Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Asda, Morrisons, and Waitrose have special drop-off bins for soft plastics. So, take a quick detour on your next shop to avoid bin drama.
To make sure you’re recycling right, check the specific guidelines for your council, and if in doubt, ask your friendly binman for advice! Let’s keep our streets clean and our recycling sorted. 😊🗑️♻️