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Pizza box: how to get rid of it
Recycling bin
Where it usually goesClean parts usually recycle. Greasy or food-covered parts usually go in general rubbish. Some councils accept the whole box, so check.
Usually goes in your household recycling.
Step by step
- Check it is empty and clean. Food left in packaging can spoil a whole load.
- Put it in your household recycling if your council accepts it.
- If you are not sure, look at your council’s list of what goes in which bin.
Check your council’s rules
What goes in which bin, bulky collections and recycling centre rules are set by your local council. Find your local council on GOV.UK ↗
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