The Isle of Wight Council and Amey are teaming up to encourage Islanders to ‘Think Before You Throw’ when it comes to rubbish.
In a world where most things are disposable, we often discard our old belongings without thinking twice. This year make it your year to become a super recycler and ‘Think Before You Throw’ – could your items be reused by others?
The Isle of Wight Council, in partnership with Amey, accept items at the kerbside and items at Lynnbottom and Afton Marsh recycling centres that are in good condition and work with local charities Storeroom 2010 and Mountbatten Hospice to donate them free of charge to be reused. The charities can then sell these on, creating funds to support their good causes.
New signage has been installed at both local tips encouraging visitors to think before throwing their items and to speak to staff for advice and help.
Natasha Dix, Council Strategic Manager for Environment, said:
“Islanders are already really great at recycling but have you thought about reusing your unwanted items? If you are thinking about replacing furniture or simply having a home clear out – many of your items could be used by others
“We collect undamaged and fully working household items such as furniture or televisions for free at your kerbside or at our recycling centres.
“As the saying goes ‘one man’s trash is another man’s treasure’ and this is very often the case with some of the household waste we see. That quirky piece of furniture, with a little love and a fresh coat of paint can be turned into something modern or donated to support a charity here on the island.”
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Items that can be put to good use include household decorations, furniture or working electricals. They should be in a useable condition, and any furniture such as sofas, armchairs, or settee’s need to have their fire safety certificates attached.
To book a free household collection for re-useable items visit www.iwight.com/waste or contact the waste services on 01983 823777.
Small print
“Please note that if upon arrival for the collection the items are deemed not reusable due to damage or poor condition, they will not be collected. You will be referred to the bulky waste service below.”
Bulky is £40 btw
Excellent timing for this announcement.
Just as Ameys staff are balloting for strike action.
There’s enough in the way of bins and rubbish left permanently residing in the pavements of the Island, now they want to clutter them up even more!!