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Dumfries and Galloway Council has announced the start date for the Kerbside Battery Recycling Service, an important step toward our commitment to safety, sustainability and environmental protection. Starting next week, 9 September, residents across the region will be able to conveniently recycle household batteries as part of their regular kerbside collection service.
Residents can now place household batteries in the provided pink bag and place it on top of their wheelie bin or sack on their usual collection day each week. Upon collection, a replacement bag will be left under the lid of the bin. The types of batteries accepted include AA, AAA, C, D, 6V, 9V, mobile phone, laptop, and button batteries that fit in the pink bag. This service is not for car batteries or other large, industrial batteries, or electrical items such as vapes or mobile phones – which should continue to be taken to one of the council’s household recycling centres.
"We are pleased to announce the start of collections for the kerbside battery recycling scheme in our region," said Councillor Gail Macgregor, Leader of Dumfries and Galloway Council. "This initiative is a key part of our strategy to reduce environmental impact and promote sustainable practices across the region. We thank the community for their patience and ongoing support as we continue to improve our waste management services."
Residents can collect a new pink bag from one of the council’s customer service centres or household waste recycling centres. For more information on the kerbside battery recycling scheme please visit our website at https://new.dumgal.gov.uk/bins-and-recycling/recycle-batteries.
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