Green waste collections to return across Stockton-on-Tees Borough

The service had been temporarily suspended after Government rules left more than a third of bin crew staff in self-isolation.

But staffing numbers have now returned to a level where green waste collections can be restarted.

They will resume for residents next week and will run as usual from Tuesdays to Fridays.

Councillor Bob Cook, Leader of Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, said: "We're really pleased to able to bring back our green waste collections, which we know is a really popular service with residents.

"More than a third of our bin crews were required to stay at home at the end of July, but thankfully this number has now stabilised and national rules on self-isolation are set to change next week too which will make it possible for this service to return.

"Thank you to everyone for their patience and also for the support given to our bin crews, who have worked tirelessly throughout the pandemic."

When will my green waste first be collected?

The normal service will start on red week from next Tuesday (August 17), followed by blue week.

Collections will be running until Friday, November 12 2021.

Can I leave extra Green Waste bags out which I have collected over recent weeks?  

Yes, we will clear all green waste which is presented during the next two weeks.

Where can I get extra green waste bags?

You can buy additional green waste bags without a prior appointment at Billingham Library, Stockton Library and Thornaby Library.