MerseysideRWA

It was great to host our 2026/27 Community Fund groups to hear what they've got planned and to share ideas and inspiration. We can't wait to see the projects come to life over the next few months. Thanks to @VeoliaUK for letting us use the fabulous @MerseyRDC Gillmoss Recycling Discovery Centre 🙏 #Community #Reuse #ZeroWaste

❓Do you live in Merseyside and ever wonder what happens to the items you put in your rubbish bin once it has been collected from your home? This 2-minute animation is here to provide all the answers... 👉 youtube.com/watch?v=DFf4g6…

#DidYouKnow | You can now recycle more materials in your kerbside collection? Visit recycleright.org.uk to search what can be recycled at home 🙏♻️

#CommissionOpportunity | MRWA is looking to commission a local individual or organisation in the development and delivery of a reusable nappy and wipe kit. We have a total of £20,000 funding available for this project, split across two financial years; £10,000 during 2026-2027 and £10,000 during 2027-2028. More info and how to apply ➡️ merseysidewda.gov.uk/2026/07/commis… Deadline: Friday 31 July

Please keep bagged waste out of the household recycling bin. Even if the bag contains recyclable items, it cannot be separated at the recycling facility meaning it has to be removed and disposed of. #RecycleRight

#CommissionOpportunity | MRWA is looking to recruit a partnering individual or organisation to develop and host a not-for-profit Library of Things scheme within Liverpool City Region. This scheme will be spread over two financial years: 2026-2027 and 2027-2028. Up to £6,000 will be available for each year, totalling £12,000 by the end of the project (March 2028). Find out more and apply today: merseysidewda.gov.uk/2026/07/fundin… Deadline: Friday 7th August

🙋Did you know hidden batteries in electricals can start fires in recycling and bin lorries? 🚛🔥 There are batteries hidden in more items than you think! Visit recycleyourelectricals.org.uk to find your local battery and electrical drop off point. #RecycleYourElectricals

Charities and community organisations across Kirkby are invited to apply for a share of £50,000 through the @suezUK Kirkby Neighbourhood Community Fund. The fund supports local groups, charities, and projects, helping to bring new ideas to life and strengthen existing initiatives. Funding is available for projects that aim to improve community life, health and wellbeing, or the environment. Since launching in 2018, the fund has supported a wide range of projects across Northwood, Cherryfield, Shevington, Whitefield, and Prescot North, making a real difference to local communities. 📷Find out more and apply here: suezmerseyside.co.uk/kirkbyfund 📷Deadline: Friday 28 August

Ever wanted to organise a clothes swishing event? @ZeroWasteLCR have a swishing resource pack available to help you plan and run your own event. Interested? Take a look here - zerowastelcr.com/working-toward… #LoveYourClothes

Visiting a Recycling Centre? They may be busy so Save Time, Sort at Home. Try and group your items together in materials (cardboard, wood, plastics etc.) when you pack your car, that way you won't have the hassle of sorting them out when you get there.

RETHINK - REDUCE - REUSE - we're all aspiring to zero waste in the Liverpool City Region and we need to make the most efficient use of our resources by reducing our demand on them. Need help? Visit zerowastelcr.com #ZeroWaste

Vans & trailers (2m-3m) need an appointment for Recycling Centres! ♻️ Book online to avoid a wasted trip: merseysidewda.gov.uk 💻 Can't book online? Call 0151 255 1444 to secure your slot. ☎️ Don't forget: Bookings can't be made same day! ❌

What do mini fans, cables and ear buds have in common? They’re some of the over 1 billion FastTech items bought last year. But over half were binned. Binning FastTech risks batteries sparking dangerous fires in lorries or recycling centres 🔥 Always recycle FastTech - bit.ly/4hNyQZN

📣READ ALL ABOUT IT! 📣 15 Mersey community groups have shared £165,000 funding from MRWA to help reduce, reuse and recycle ♻️🌍 Find out more here 👇merseysidewda.gov.uk/2026/05/commmu…

Plastic tubs and trays. They haven’t always been accepted, but they can now be recycled. Empty and clean is key. Check items anytime on the #RecycleRight website ⬇️ recycleright.org.uk

Plastic Free July® is a global movement that is trying to help people be part of a solution to plastic pollution. Take a look at plasticfreejuly.org and see if you can get involved. #PlasticFree #ZeroWaste

Done all the right things? Don’t let one wrong item undo it. Black plastic, plastic film and food waste can contaminate recycling. When in doubt, leave it out. 💻recycleright.org.uk #RecycleRight ♻️

If you’re planning to take an item with upholstery to the Recycling Centre, please use the Upholstered Domestic Seating container if it’s one of these items. Thank you! 🛋️

What’s in your kitchen bin right now? Cereal boxes. Tins. Jars. Cartons. Most of the items we use every day in the kitchen can be recycled, as long as they’re empty and clean. Your kitchen is full of recyclables! And yes, clean aluminium foil trays can now be recycled too. Find out more recycleright.org.uk

Live in Halton, Knowsley, Liverpool, Sefton or Wirral? Please keep bagged waste out of the household recycling bin. Even if the bag contains recyclable items, it cannot be separated at the recycling facility meaning it has to be removed and disposed of. Thank you 🙏

From plate to power! 🍽️⚡️ Think your food scraps are rubbish? Think again! In just 3 minutes, see the amazing journey your food waste takes and the resources it creates to fuel a cleaner, greener region! 🌍👇 Watch now: media.liverpoolexpress.co.uk/Q4QDC In Liverpool, approximately 60,000 properties have weekly collections, and we're collecting 72 tonnes of waste each week, with a 61% participation rate! #LPLCAW