Changes to collections will start on Monday, 14 October 2024, so residents need to check their updated calendars before then, to ensure that bins are placed out on the correct days.
Most households will see some change to their bin collection calendars due to the introduction of a new single shift pattern for waste service staff. Waste and recycling services, and the 4-bin recycling system, will continue to be delivered across Fife.
Future collection dates are available on the council website www.fife.gov.uk/bincalendar The calendar allows residents to enter their postcode to find their bin collection days and offers the option to print out a handy calendar.
Due to high traffic on our website, it may take a little longer than usual for Fifers to access their calendar. Fife Council thanks local people for their patience.
Cllr Jan Wincott, Spokesperson - Environment and Climate Change, Fife Council, said: “The introduction of a single shift system is key to providing a more reliable and consistent bin collection service. As well as helping residents, the removal of unsociable hours will also enable us to attract and retain staff.
“We know that waste and recycling services are very important and we encourage everyone to make a note of their new collection schedule to ensure that bins are placed at the kerb in time for collection. The changes take place in mid-October, so there is plenty of time to take a screen shot or download your calendar."
The switch to a single shift pattern for domestic waste service staff, replacing the current two-shift system, will offer improved collection hours for both residents and council staff. Currently, bins can be emptied any time between 6am and 9pm. The new shift patterns mean that collections will take place between 7am to 4.30pm. Fife household bins will still be emptied 5 days a week, Monday- Friday.
Many missed bins are due to residents not presenting them at the kerb in time. The new arrangement gives people more time to get their bins out and reduces noise, providing a quieter environment for residents.
In addition, the increase in new housing across the region and the extra travelling required means that the two-shift system is no longer practical.
The changes are also helping boost recycling levels. Around 3,000 rural and hard-to-access properties will transition to a more comprehensive 3-bin recycling system, furthering the council's commitment to sustainability.
If anyone cannot access their calendar online, or needs an alternative format, they can visit their local council customer service centre Customer Service Centres | Fife Council or call 03451 55 00 22.
If you have neighbours, friends or relations who do not have online access, please consider printing
their calendar for them.
Sandy Anderson, Service Manager (Domestic Waste and Street Cleansing), Fife Council, said: "We're making these changes to improve bin collections. We know that change can be challenging and we appreciate the effort that Fifers put into recycling at home.
"If you are the person who takes the lead in putting out the right bins on the right day, so your neighbours can follow suit, we'd like to thank you for your help and support in supporting people to ensure their bins go out on time. Fife Council highly values the support of our local '#Binfluencers' in looking after our local environment and communities."
To raise awareness of the changes to bin collections, a Fife-wide door drop is taking place. Every household in Fife should receive a leaflet. Even if you do not receive a leaflet, you should still check your calendar.
