NI council floats plan to replace bins with stacking caddies

A number of different systems are currently in operation across the borough and the council plans to introduce a fully harmonised service that will be rolled out to all 82,000+ households from next year.

To assist the council in making its decision, it has launched a public consultation in a bid to identify which of the two options is preferred by householders.

Lord Mayor Councillor Kevin Savage is encouraging as many residents as possible to take part in the consultation.

“Your views are vital in helping us introduce a standardised waste management solution,” said the Lord Mayor.

“We want a  system that is the preferred option among service users, ensures the highest levels of customer satisfaction, increases household recycling participation rates and leads to greater efficiencies in the long term.

“Irrespective of where you reside in the borough and which system you are

currently using, please take this opportunity to provide us with your preference before the consultation period closes at the end of August.”

Householders can opt for a standard 240-litre green bin, which allows for a wide range of dry recyclable materials including glass bottles and jars to be placed in the bin and collected every fortnight.

This system is already in use in the wider Banbridge and Craigavon areas.

Alternatively, householders can choose a wheelie box which consists of three stacked boxes which each accept different materials and fit into a wheeled stand with a pull handle.