Provisional figures released by the Welsh Government showed that Powys County Council increased its recycling rate by 9% during October to December 2012 compared to the same period in 2011.
This is the best improvement shown by any local authority in Wales.
Cllr Barry Thomas, Cabinet Member for Waste and Recycling, commented “Powys’ recycling rate has constantly improved over the last 18 months and we would like to thank householders for their efforts to date.”
“The results are especially pleasing as they also showed that each Powys residents reduced their rubbish to landfill by 10%. Rubbish that is not created in the first place does not need to be reused, recycled or disposed of, so is the best option. Therefore by using up leftover food or putting a stop to junk mail by registering with the Mail Preference Service can make a real difference to the environment.”
”Powys is still below the annual recycling target and too much rubbish is still going to landfill which is a very expensive option for council tax payers. This can be avoided if Powys residents make an effort to reduce, reuse and spend a few extra minutes each week to separate out and recycle their rubbish.”
"The council is working hard to provide efficient and improved services to the public. This includes the kerbside collection of a wider range of materials such as glass, mixed plastic (including tubs, trays and pots) and food waste. Ensuring Powys residents have access to kerbside recycling by the end of 2014 is one of the objectives in the Powys Change Plan.”
If you want to know more about how to reduce, reuse and recycle please visit www.powys.gov.uk/recycle or call 0845 602 7035.
