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Changes to how you report a problem on a street or request containers and bags

We have made some changes to make it easier to report a problem on a street (e.g. full litter bins, dog fouling), missed rubbish or recycling collections, and to how you order new recycling containers or bags.

You can report issues or request a service from us by downloading the Love Clean Streets app or reporting it online through My Islington, which is the new customer account where you can also access more services like council tax. By registering you can also track the progress of your report online. 

If you use this service, please help us to improve things in future by completing a short survey to let us know what you think.

May bank holiday services

Find our opening times and changes to services over the May bank holiday, including revised rubbish and recycling collections, parking restrictions and customer contact centre hours. 

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Recycling and rubbish container guide

Which containers to use for your recycling and rubbish.

  1. Clear bags for mixed recycling
  2. Communal bins
  3. Green boxes for mixed recycling
  4. Food waste recycling containers
  1. Garden waste recycling bags
  2. Wheelie bins
  3. Compost bins

Green boxes for mixed recycling

Due to very high demand there is a delay in delivery of green boxes. Please bear with us and do not re-order as duplicate orders delay the system. We will deliver as soon as possible and your order will stay open until delivered. In the meantime our Libraries have supplies of clear recycling bags.

If you live in a house or converted flat, you will have green boxes for your mixed recycling.

The quickest and easiest way to request containers or bags is by logging into or signing up for a My Islington account.

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