Can I have another litter bin in my street?
The Council has a criteria for deciding whether additional or new bins are provided. This is based on the following:

Where the demand is high.

Where there is an on-going problem with litter or dog fouling, where a bin may help to resolve this.

The number of bins already located in the vicinity.

Where there is a suitable location without causing any obstruction.

Where there is minimal risk of vandalism.

How long does it take before a decision is made?Requests for additional or new litter bins are referred to the Street Scene Section, who normally arrange to visit the location and assess the requirements and the extent of the problem, before making a decision. This is usually within two weeks from the date of the request being received.

In some cases litter bins are not provided where it is considered this would actually contribute to creating litter rather than reducing it.

The Council actively encourages Members of the Public to empty litter bins. (See Adopt a Bin)

Litter Bins in Rural Parishes
Litter Bins in Parishes are often provided by the Parish Council. Initial requests should be to them. The Parish Council will then liaise directly with the District Council in respect of the actual requirements.

Who do I contact?
Requests can be made by calling our Customer Services Centre on 01376 552525.Alternatively you can e-mail to: - csc@braintree.gov.uk

What do I do if I see a litter bin that has been damaged or vandalised?
Call our Customer Services Centre on 01376-552525, who will take the details and pass it on to the Street Scene Section.

How long will it take before the litter bin is replaced?Litter bins are usually held in stock. Generally it takes up to two weeks from the date of report to replace the bin. Occasionally we run out of stock due to high demand. In these instances it can take up to three weeks before a new supply is delivered and up to one month to replace the bin.

In very exceptional circumstances if a litter bin is constantly being damaged or vandalised it may be removed and not replaced.

For more information contact the Customer Services Centre on 01376 552525.

Alternatively e-mail to: - csc@braintree.gov.uk

What is the frequency litter and dog bins are emptied and how do I report a full/overflowing bin?
Litter bins in Town Centres are emptied 7 days a week including some bank holidays excluding Christmas Day, Boxing Day and News Year Day.

All other litter bins are emptied according to how frequently they are used by the Public. This varies across the District. In general terms all bins are emptied at least once a week.

In most of the rural areas the Parish Council's are responsible for emptying the litter bins. with dog bins being emptied by the District Council.

If you would like to know how frequently the bins in your street are emptied or you want to report a bin that is full/overflowing call the our Customer Services Centre on 01376 552525, who will take the details and pass it on to the Street Cleansing Section.

Alternatively you can email to: - csc@braintree.gov.uk

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Adopt A Litter Bin Scheme

Residential AreasResidents in the District are actively being encouraged to take pride in their areas by adopting a litter bin. The idea behind the scheme is to help make our District a better place to live in.

If you have a problem with a litter or would like a litter bin outside your house, the Council may supply one (subject to reviewing the circumstances) as well as a supply of black bin sacks to insert into the bin. In return all you need to do is to empty the bin when it is full and put the black sack out for collection with your own household waste.

Industrial Areas
Companies throughout the District are actively being encouraged to take pride in the areas around their premises by helping to keep them looking clean and tidy. Why not adopt a litter bin? The idea behind the scheme is to help make our District a better place to live and work.

If you have a problem with a litter or would like a litter bin near your premises, the Council may supply one (subject to reviewing the circumstances) as well as a supply of black bin sacks to insert into the bin. In return all you need to do is to empty the bin when it is full and put the black sack out for collection with your own waste.

Alternatively a number of Companies have agreed to sponsor and empty a bin in return for advertising your Company on the side of it.

For more information on the above please contact:

Paul Partridge, Environmental Services Manager, Telephone No 01376 332353 or e-mail - paul.partridge@braintree.gov.uk