Ernie Clark. Hilperton Division, Wiltshire Council.

Little change for Hilperton.

In the next few weeks you will receive a leaflet explaining the new system.

In Hilperton, and the rest of west Wiltshire, the only change is that we will get a new bin for cardboard and plastic bottles. This is due to be delivered in October with the collections beginning in November.

The changes should increase recycling and reduce the amount of waste sent to landfill, thus lowering the amount that WC has to pay in landfill tax.

Wiltshire people currently recycle just over 40% of their waste and the council wants to increase recycling to 50% in the next two years.

During October and November, households will start to receive a fortnightly collection of plastic bottles and cardboard, in addition to the existing fortnightly black box collection for paper, cans, glass, foil, clothes and shoes. The new bins for cardboard and plastic bottles will be distributed from October.

Households will receive detailed calendars when the new bins are delivered. Should you have any questions about the new arrangements please contact me.