Fylde Council are among the first local authorities in the country to begin collecting empty toothpaste tubes for recycling in kerbside collections.
Recent changes to the materials used in the production of toothpaste tubes means that most can now be recycled in blue bins, providing that they say ‘recyclable’ on the tube and have not been cut open.
With approximately 300 million toothpaste tubes discarded annually in the UK, this initiative represents a significant step towards reducing household waste and promoting environmental sustainability.
Councillor Michelle Morris, Lead Member for Customer and Operational Services, commented: “We’re excited to offer this new recycling option to our residents. By making this small change, everyone can contribute to reducing plastic waste and helping the environment, all from the comfort of your home.”
Residents should ensure that they have squeezed as much toothpaste as possible out of their toothpaste tubes, and check that they are made from recyclable materials by looking for the recycling symbol.
Other types of toothpaste containers, including plastic pumps and metal tubes, can also be recycled in blue bins along with plastic bottles, pots, tubs and trays, glass bottles and jars, drinks cans, food tins and empty aerosols.
Residents can check online for details of what items can be recycled from kerbside collections here.
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