FOI/EIR 26/27-078-Plastic plant pots

Confirmation if we collect plastic plant pots as part of our recycling

Received 1 May 2026

I would like to understand your authority’s position on the collection of non-black plastic plant pots as part of household recycling services.

Please could you provide responses to the following:

1.Does your authority currently collect non-black plastic plant pots for recycling at the kerbside? (Yes / No)

2.If yes, how long has your authority been collecting non-black plastic plant pots for recycling?

3.If no, does your authority intend to begin collecting non-black plastic plant pots? (Yes / No)

o If yes, please provide the expected timeline for implementation.

4.What waste collection or waste management contractor(s) does your authority use for kerbside recycling services?

Responded 2 June 2026

1.Yes

2.Since 1 June 2026

3.N/A

4.Collections are provided by the Council’s own trading company: East Cambs Street Scene Ltd. The processing of our recycling material is carried out via a contract with Biffa Waste Services Ltd.