Arrangements for special collections for large items such as furniture or items with special disposal requirements (e.g. refrigerators, tyres). The householder can usually book this service in advance and there may be a charge for the collection

Collection and safe disposal of household clinical waste. This includes items such as surgical waste, used syringes, drugs and pharmaceuticals.

Garden waste may be collected from outside residential properties. There may be a charge for this service. Containers for garden waste may be provided or may need to be purchased from the local authority..

Where accumulations of rubbish are considered a statutory nuisance the council may ask the landowner to remove the rubbish and has the power to prosecute where no action is taken.

An assisted refuse collection service provided to residents who, through illness or infirmity, are unable to put out their refuse and do not have anyone else to assist them.

The local authority provides a regular (usually weekly) collection of household rubbish from all residential premises within the authority boundaries.

The local authority may provide dustbins, wheelie bins or bags for household waste. The type and size of bins available may vary according to local circumstances and to the nature of the property (e.g. the number of residents).

Provision of civic amenity sites which may be used by local residents (usually free of charge) and businesses (usually charged). The sites provide facilities for collection of all household and garden waste other than anything which may be considered as hazardous and requiring special treatment.

Under the council can specify the location and times at which household waste can be placed for collection. The council can take action against any residents who do not comply with local regulations.

Dealing with reported spillages of residential waste and recycling.