Bin collections return to normal
Collections have now returned to normal after the Early May bank holiday
Arrange a clinical waste collection
North Devon Council do not arrange clinical waste collections. Please contact Peake GB.
Clinical waste is waste that consists wholly or partly of:
The following can be placed in your black bin:
In the case of medicines, it is recommended you dispose of these by returning them to a pharmacist.
You can arrange regular or ad hoc collections to meet your needs. If you need to cancel or suspend your regular collection please contact Peake GB on 01579 342212.
Container |
What can I put in my container? |
How to dispose |
Non-recyclable bin |
No Sharps or pharmaceuticals |
This is classed as offensive (non-infected) waste and is acceptable with your regular household (non-recyclable bin) collection. Please double bag if possible. |
Orange sack |
No Sharps or pharmaceuticals |
Orange bags will be collected separately to your regular household (non-recyclable) collection. This can be arranged through Peake GB. |
Rigid sharps container | Pharmaceutically contaminated; needles, syringes, blades and scissors |
Rigid containers will be collected separately to your regular household (non-recyclable) Please only put rigid containers out for disposal on the day of collection and not the evening before. |