West Lothian provides clear guidelines on what can be disposed of in each type of recycling bin. Here's a summary of the acceptable items for the blue, green, brown, and grey bins:
| Bin Type | Acceptable Items | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Bin | - Paper and card (e.g., newspapers, magazines, cardboard) | Must be clean, empty, and dry. |
| - Toilet rolls, envelopes (with or without windows) | ||
| - Flatten cardboard boxes to save space. | ||
| Green Bin | - Plastic bottles, tubs, and trays (e.g., shampoo bottles, yogurt pots) | Must be clean, empty, and dry. |
| - Cartons (e.g., juice cartons) | Rinse and flatten when possible. | |
| - Metal cans (e.g., food tins) | Rinse before placing in the bin. | |
| Brown Bin | - Garden waste (e.g., grass cuttings, leaves) | Requires a garden waste permit for collection. |
| - Food waste (e.g., vegetable peels) | ||
| Grey Bin | - Non-recyclable waste (e.g., nappies, polystyrene) |
It's essential to keep these bins tidy and ensure items are clean and dry to avoid contamination, which can lead to whole loads being sent to landfill. For further details, you can check out West Lothian's recycling guidelines on their website: Recycling Information.