What Types of Waste Can I Put in the Brown Bin?

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What types of waste can I put in the brown bin?

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In West Lothian, the brown bin is designated for both food and garden waste. Here’s a concise overview of what you can put inside:
What to Put in the Brown Bin Details Food Waste All solid food including:  - Tea bags, coffee grounds  - Egg shells, cheese, fruit, vegetables and peelings, meat, fish, bones, pizza crusts, plate leftovers Garden Waste Such as:  - Grass cuttings, small branches, flowers, weeds, leaves  Note: A permit is required for garden waste uplift from June 2024. Important Notes
Liquids like sauces, soups, yoghurt, milk, and oils should not be placed in the brown bin.
Please avoid using plastic bags; instead, use compostable bags clearly marked with 'EN 13432' for food waste.
For more information, you can check West Lothian Council's guidance on brown bin recycling.

What to Put in the Brown Bin	Details
Food Waste	All solid food including:
	- Tea bags, coffee grounds
	- Egg shells, cheese, fruit, vegetables and peelings, meat, fish, bones, pizza crusts, plate leftovers
Garden Waste	Such as:
	- Grass cuttings, small branches, flowers, weeds, leaves
	Note: A permit is required for garden waste uplift from June 2024.