Residents in Middlesbrough can once again print a full-year bin collection calendar following a technical fix by the local council. Middlesbrough Council bin collection dates webpage was updated on 26 March 2026 to restore the 12-month printing option, which had been unavailable due to a fault with the service’s ReCollect technology.
Previously, households were reportedly only able to access one-month or six-month viewing and printing options, causing difficulties for those trying to plan their waste disposal well in advance. The restoration of this feature is intended to help residents keep track of their collection days more easily as the council implements significant changes to waste management across the town.
These adjustments are part of a wider rollout to comply with a government-mandated recycling scheme. As part of this transition, approximately 50,000 food waste caddies are being delivered to households, while homes with wheelie bins are also receiving new red-lid bins for paper and cardboard. While this equipment delivery began in early March 2026, the introduction of weekly food waste collections is scheduled for the summer.
For residents who do not have internet access, staff at local Community Hubs remain available to help print copies of collection calendars. The council notes that staff are currently handling a high volume of enquiries regarding these new service changes, and residents may experience long wait times if they contact the council by phone or email for assistance.
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