This scheme aims to standardise what can be recycled across England, whether at home, work or school. The changes are being introduced in phases over the coming years.
The changes will affect you, whether you live in a house or a flat.
The initial roll-out applies to kerbside households only
Recycling collections in Luton
From 31 March 2026, all councils have to provide recycling collections for:
- glass (bottles and jars)
- paper
- card
- metals (food and drinks containers, empty aerosols, clean foil)
- plastics (bottles, tubs, pots and trays)
- food waste
For all households (houses and flats)
- Glass (bottles and jars) - collected every two weeks
- Recycling - collected every two weeks
- General waste - collected every two weeks
For kerbside households (houses only)
- Food waste - collected weekly
Food recycling services for flats and communal properties will be introduced in the coming months. We will provide updates when details are confirmed.
From 31 March 2027
From 31 March 2027, all councils have to provide recycling collections for plastic film, including packaging and plastic bags. More information will be provided nearer the time.