Swindon residents advised on replacement bin options amid current stock delays
Charges apply to recycling containers; Council offers free replacements for damaged bins
Swindon Borough Council offers free replacement black wheelie bins for residents whose bins have been lost, stolen, or damaged, while recycling boxes incur charges.
Residents can request replacement bins through the council's website, however, deliveries of black wheelie bins are delayed due to stock shortages.
Charges for recycling containers are £9 for a 44-litre box with a lid, £6.50 without a lid, and £2.50 for a lid alone.
The council provides concessionary rates for residents receiving 80 percent or more Council Tax Support.
If damage occurs during collection, waste crews will report it to their system and arrange for free replacements.
Typically, new or replacement containers are delivered within ten working days, although black bins may face extended delays.
Residents requesting wheelie bin replacements are instructed to leave damaged bins at the property boundary.
Households are initially provided with a standard waste container set, with options for additional recycling boxes and lids to be purchased.
Residents can request a waste warden assessment for additional capacity if the standard issue is insufficient.