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What you need to know about Westminster

Westminster

Formerly the administrative capital of the Kingdom of England, Westminster is now a government district within the borough of the City of Westminster. Its name is often used interchangeably to refer to Parliament in the United Kingdom. It lies on the northern bank of the River Thames, covering an area less than 1 mile from Westminster Abbey. Home to several historic landmarks and iconic attractions such as Buckingham Palace and Big Ben, Westminster draws millions of tourists each year, continuously generating a growing amount of waste from the area. Westminster also features the most desirable and stately properties in England, as well as several galleries, parks, and shopping centres and is just a 12-minute drive from the city centre via the Westminster Bridge Road.

  • Population Size 10,568
  • Active Businesses 2,048
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)4,432
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 1,759

What are the different ways to dispose of waste in Westminster?

There are a variety of options for waste disposal and management in Westminster, which are used by both residential and commercial properties, This includes skip hire services, offering affordable and swift collection and delivery of skips of various sizes,available 7 days a week. There are mini skips for long term and short term lease of households which fit a minimum of 25 refuse sacks, and larger skips range from 6 to 50 yard Roll-on Roll-off units, usually used by construction sites to dispose of industrial, and trade waste. Residents can also visit any of the 17 local and privately operated recycling centres in Westminster, 5 of which are located nearby Victoria Station which recycles 90% of collected household waste.
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Where are the nearest recycling centres in Westminster

Residents looking for a more affordable solution to dispose of waste can visit the council’s recycling centre at Smugglers Way SW18 1JS, which accepts most domestic refuse aside from liquids and hazardous waste. The centre operates from 9 am to 4 pm on weekdays and opens an hour earlier during weekends until 6 pm on Saturdays, and 5 pm on Sundays. However, it’s wise to check the recycling facility’s webcam first to see how busy the centre is before heading to the location, in order to reduce wait time. There is a 2-meter height barrier for cars, while residents who are visiting on foot or riding a bicycle are instructed to use the pedestrian entrance. On the other hand, those arriving in vans are required to register online prior to visiting the site to be permitted to tip. Aside from wearing the prescribed clothing, they are also required to present a photo ID and proof of address. It’s important to note that light vehicles that have had their seats removed to carry goods are classified as vans and are required to register as such. They can also only visit the site from 7:30 am to 4 pm on weekdays and only until midday on weekends. The fastest routes towards the facility are via the A3205 and A3212, which is less than 20 minutes from the area. Alternatively, residents can use the mobile recycling centre at Warwick Avenue Tube Station on Saturdays from 10 am to 3 pm, or visit any of the 160 micro recycling sites across the borough.
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What rubbish collection services are available in Westminster?

The local council provides a variety of refuse recycling services to Westminster residents. This includes regularly scheduled rubbish and mixed recycling collection as well as free collection services for sharps containers for clinical waste disposal. Additionally, compost, food and garden waste are also collected for free along with other recyclable materials such as paper, cardboard, batteries, plastic, glass, aerosol and foil. Residents and business establishments can also order a bulky and commercial waste collection through the council’s website. For bulky waste, a single collection of up to 6 items costs £30, while additional items cost £5 each. This includes the disposal of white goods and large furniture.

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