Waste and recycling news
We're stepping up action against fly-tipping, monitoring hot spots, fining offenders and taking legal action in serious cases. So, what does count as fly-tipping and what is the correct way to get rid of waste?
Council news | 21 Oct 26
This Circular Economy Week, we are celebrating the people and projects helping Richmond lend, borrow, repair and share more, keeping useful items in use for longer and reducing waste.
Council news | 12 Oct 26
Get creative with rescued materials at a free relaxed zero-waste paper cutting session at The Fixery.
Council news | 09 Oct 26
Small actions can make a big difference. This Recycle Week, from 14 to 20 September, take a moment before buying something or throwing things away and ask: can I reduce, reuse, repair or recycle it?
Council news | 14 Sept 26
Anything with a plug, battery or cable can be reused or recycled. If you have electrical items sitting in cupboards, drawers or garages, now is a good time to give them a new spark by donating, repairing or recycling them responsibly.
Council news | 09 Sept 26
There will be no changes to the schedule of waste and recycling collections following the summer bank holiday on Monday 31 August.
Council news | 25 Aug 26
Residents are reminded to dispose of batteries safely after a fire at our depot in Twickenham last Friday was caused by a battery that had been incorrectly placed in a paper and cardboard recycling bank.
Council news | 19 Aug 26
Recycling correctly is one of the simplest ways we can all help reduce waste and keep Richmond clean and green. You can now recycle even more in your recycling bin.
Council news | 28 Jul 26
Plastic Free July is a global movement to reduce plastic waste through simple, everyday choices and and help tackle plastic pollution. This month, join us in taking simple steps to create cleaner streets, healthier wildlife and a greener borough.
Council news | 09 Jul 26
Action West London is running a free hands-on workshop designed to equip individuals with valuable repair skills for small electricals and equipment.
Community news | Action West London | 14 May 26
Clear your home and find a new one for those items you no longer want, reduce your waste and recycle correctly.
Council news | 30 Apr 26
There will be no changes to the schedule of waste and recycling collections, including garden waste collections, following the two May bank holidays on Monday 4 and 25 May 2026.
Council news | 28 Apr 26
If you use our garden waste service, remember to renew your subscription to avoid any disruption to your collections.
Council news | 27 Apr 26
There will be no changes to the schedule of waste and recycling collections over the Easter bank holiday.
Council news | 26 Mar 26
From the end of March, the government’s Simpler Recycling legislation comes into effect. These national changes are designed to make recycling more consistent across the country.
Council news | 10 Mar 26
We are now accepting garden bin recycling subscriptions for 2026/27.
Council news | 02 Mar 26
Are you the go-to recycler in your home? The one who makes sure yoghurt pots are rinsed, boxes are flattened, and the food caddy is always used? Richmond needs you!
Council news | 23 Jan 26
While most services will run as usual in Richmond during the festive season, there are a few adjustments over Christmas and New Year to help keep everything running smoothly.
Council news | 18 Dec 25
This World Toilet Day, we are proud to share our progress in making clean, free toilets more accessible to all.
Council news | 19 Nov 25
Did you know that 78% of what ends up in Richmond’s rubbish bins could have been recycled? That’s a huge opportunity to save resources, cut emissions, and help keep our borough clean and green.
Council news | 05 Nov 25
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