Waste and recycling

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New bin service launches 1 June

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Our new bin service launches on 1 June. Here is some information on bin dates, what's goes in your bin and some useful waste reminders.

Date
29 May 2026
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wheeled bins

Bin roll out temporarily takes over car park

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Motorists who use the car park extension at the back of Littleport Railway Station are being advised that much of it will be temporarily out of action from 13 March for up to 12 weeks.

Date
14 January 2026
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Waste lorry with crew members

Help keep our recycling clean!

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East Cambs residents are being urged to keep nappies, vapes and un-rinsed food containers out of their blue recycling bins.

Date
9 December 2025
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East Cambs took to the road in October to prove there’s nothing scary about the spooktacular new bin service

Drop in to find out more about bins

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East Cambridgeshire District Council advisors will be out in the district talking to residents about new upgrades to the bin service this November.

Date
7 November 2025
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Thieves steal skip and fly-tip contents

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People who have skips in their gardens or at business premises are warned to be extra vigilant after thieves stole a skip and fly-tipped the contents.

Date
18 February 2025