Households across the Hinckley & Bosworth borough will soon receive a kitchen caddy as part of a new weekly food waste recycling service launching in March 2026.
The scheme aims to help residents reduce their environmental impact by recycling food waste separately from general household rubbish.
The council has confirmed the new service will be free for residents, with all costs funded by the Government.
Around half of councils across the UK already operate food waste recycling schemes, and all areas in England are expected to introduce the service shortly.
Weekly collections from March 2026
From March, food waste will be collected every week on the same day as residents’ usual bin collections. The collected waste will be used to produce renewable energy, helping to reduce carbon emissions and cut the amount of waste sent to landfill.
As part of the rollout, every household will receive:
- a kitchen food waste caddy
- a starter roll of compostable liners
- an outdoor food waste bin
- clear instructions on what can and cannot be recycled
Food waste currently makes up around 30 per cent of the average black bin. The council says the new service will help keep bins cleaner and less full, while weekly collections should also reduce unpleasant smells.
Council welcomes new service
Lynda Hodgkins, Executive Member for Clean Neighbourhood Services, said:
“We are excited to offer this new service to residents. Recycling food waste is a simple change that makes a big difference, reducing harmful emissions, generating green energy, and keeping bins cleaner and fresher. The service is free, easy to use, and will help make our borough cleaner and greener.”
The council added that tailored arrangements will be made for residents living in flats or properties that share bins.
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