Binman warns against putting flowers in food waste bins

Summarised from Glasgow Live's report · Updated 19 Oct, 11:19 · Archive

Dead flowers should not go in food waste caddies, according to waste disposal advice shared on social media.

A social media content creator known as the No1 Binman, who has over 213,000 followers on TikTok, has clarified where dead flowers should be disposed of. He stated that food caddies are 'for food only' and that dead flowers should instead go in garden waste bins where these are available, or in general waste bins for properties without garden waste collections.

Scottish households are advised to check their local council's waste collection guidelines before disposing of flowers, as systems differ across the country. Some councils provide garden waste collections, sometimes requiring a permit or subscription, whilst others may process garden waste alongside food waste in certain collection systems. The Scottish Government directs residents to their local authority for specific information about available services and any associated costs.

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• Binman's 'use the right bin' warning over everyday itemThe No1 Binman shares waste collection advice on TikTokGlasgow Live · 19 Oct, 10:38

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