In Oldham, each bin is designated for specific types of waste to promote effective recycling. Here's a clear breakdown of what goes in each bin:
| Bin Type | Acceptable Items | Unacceptable Items |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Bin | - Paper and card <br> - Food and drinks cartons (tetra packs) <br> - Egg boxes <br> - Cardboard <br> - Card packaging <br> - Newspapers, magazines, brochures, envelopes and junk mail | - Shredded paper (must be wrapped) |
| Brown Bin | - Plastic pots (e.g. yoghurt, soup) <br> - Plastic tubs (e.g. margarine) <br> - Plastic trays (including black trays) <br> - Plastic bottles <br> - Glass bottles and jars <br> - Food tins and drink cans <br> - Aerosols <br> - Foil | - Plastic film, carrier bags, crisp packets |
| Green Bin | - Food and garden waste (no soil or wood) <br> - Tea bags and coffee grounds <br> - Fruit and vegetables <br> - Out of date food (no packaging) <br> - Cooked and uncooked meat and bones <br> - Dairy (e.g. cheese) and egg shells <br> - Bread and pastries | - Soil, gravel, stones, or wood |
| Grey Bin | - Non-recyclable rubbish | - Anything recyclable as noted above |
For further details on what to dispose of in the proper bin, you can refer to the official council information. It's important to keep your bins clean and only fill them with the correct items to avoid contamination. If you frequently generate more recycling, consider ordering a larger bin!