Bin collections will be every three weeks, council says
Getty ImagesBlack rubbish bins are to move from fortnightly collections to every three weeks in South Gloucestershire.
The council said the move will take place from May 2026, and recycling and food waste will remain as weekly collections.
It comes as the council awarded a £120m eight-year contract to kerbside waste collectors SUEZ last year to continue picking up the county's rubbish.
South Gloucestershire councillor Sean Rhodes said the changes will deliver "better value for money" and help improve recycling rates.
The council also announced a free fortnightly subscription for nappies and other absorbent hygiene products will be launched.
And food waste collections will be expanded to flats, and soft plastic recycling will be rolled out to all households.
New black bin vehicles will be brought in to help cut carbon emissions, the council said.
From August 2025, about 85% of residents will have a new collection day for black bins and recycling which will be announced at a later date.
Mr Rhodes, who is the cabinet member for recycling and waste at South Gloucestershire Council, said: "Our waste contract has changed, and with this change comes increased recycling options, more efficient and environmentally friendly collections, and ultimately better value for money.
"We understand that change can be challenging, so to help residents manage their waste during the transition, we're producing a handy guide which will explain the changes and include the new collection dates."
The council will follow other authorities in the West in making black bin rubbish collections every three weeks instead of fortnightly, including North Somerset Council.
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