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General Waste

Streamline your waste management with our tailored general waste collections

What Is General Waste?

General Waste, alternatively referred to as residual or trade waste, comprises ordinary refuse that cannot undergo recycling and is typically destined for landfill disposal. If an item cannot be recycled and is not deemed hazardous, it falls under the category of general waste.

It is the responsibility for businesses to adopt waste management practices aimed at minimising the impact of waste being disposed of at landfill sites. Not only does this approach align with environmental stewardship, but it also proves to be highly cost-effective. As of April 2022, the landfill tax rate stands at £98.60 per tonne, making effective recycling efforts a means to substantially mitigate waste services costs.

At GWR Waste Management, we stand ready to address all your waste management requirements, irrespective of scale. Additionally, we offer comprehensive support, including the provision of Waste Transfer Notes (WTNs) for each waste shipment, as well as facilitating compliance with relevant government regulations.

General Waste Collections Nationwide

In light of the increasing environmental concerns among businesses, there is a growing recognition of the significance of safe recycling.

Not only does recycling contribute positively to environmental preservation, but it also offers tangible benefits to businesses by reducing the expenses associated with general waste collection, diverting waste from landfills, and aligning with ethical considerations.

While our advocacy for recycling remains steadfast, we acknowledge that businesses may still generate residual waste unsuitable for recycling. At GWR Waste & Recycling, we ensure that our general waste bin collections never end up in landfills, thereby guaranteeing the most sustainable management of non-recyclable waste.

Our comprehensive general waste collection service, available nationwide, underscores our commitment to facilitating environmentally responsible waste management practices for our clients.

What Can Go In General Waste Bins?

Yes Please

Non recyclable Plastics
Polystyrene and polythene
Carrier bags
Tissues, napkins and kitchen towels, wet wipes, sponges and cloths
Soiled fast food containers and pizza boxes
Broken crockery, ornaments, mugs
Contents of your vacuum cleaners
Crisp and sweet wrappers
Kitchen scraps and non-compostable food waste
Foil packaging
Non-recyclable metals

No Thanks

Anything that can be recycled
Paper
Glass
Textiles
Dry mixed recycling
Oil
Batteries
WEEE
Medical Waste
Chemicals
Pharmaceutical products
Wood
Any Hazardous products

What Happens To General Waste?

All of our general and residual waste is directed to materials recovery facilities. Any items not recovered undergo thermal processing, generating green energy that is seamlessly integrated into the national grid.

General Waste Bins

1100 Litre General Waste Bin

Designed to accommodate larger waste streams, our largest wheelie bin offers businesses with substantial waste production the ability to efficiently manage and contain their waste items.
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660 Litre General Waste Bin

When the capacity of a regular wheelie bin falls short, our 660 litre wheelie bin provides the perfect solution for conveniently containing even larger volumes of waste.
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360 Litre General Waste Bin

Optimise your waste management efficiency with our 360 litre wheelie bin. Ideal for businesses seeking greater capacity for their waste streams.
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240 Litre General Waste Bin

Perfect for businesses requiring a small to moderate capacity, it offers a compact yet effective solution for waste containment. Streamline your waste management efficiency with our 240 litre wheelie bin.
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