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The illustration shows the Reuse Raynesway logo alongside various items that are usually donated, such as chairs, toys, gardening tools, records and books.

Reuse Raynesway expands opening days as shop success boosts Derby reuse

25 March 2026

From 30 March, Reuse Raynesway will open Monday to Saturday, making it easier for residents to shop and donate. The initiative helps Derby reduce waste while offering affordable pre-loved items.

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Derby food waste collections go live next week as city turns waste into energy

24 March 2026

Derby’s weekly food waste collections start 31 March. Food waste from 100,000 homes will be turned into renewable energy locally—find out how to use your containers.

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Derby residents invited to share views in Raynesway HWRC consultation

18 March 2026

Derby residents are invited to take part in a consultation on Raynesway HWRC, sharing feedback on opening times, booking arrangements and the overall experience of using the recycling centre.

Man holding a litter picker and a bag of collected litter during the Great British Spring Clean, with a heart-shaped cloud in the blue sky and text reading “Join the Great British Spring Clean – Love Where You Live, 13–29 March.

Derby backs Great British Spring Clean with citywide clean-up events

13 March 2026

Derby City Council supports Great British Spring Clean 2026 with more than 30 clean-up events across the city from 13 - 29 March, encouraging residents to show they love where they live.

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Derby backs Food Waste Action Week as city prepares for weekly food waste collections

9 March 2026

Derby City Council is supporting Food Waste Action Week 2026, encouraging residents to cut food waste, save money and help the environment.

The image shows two food waste containers -the outdoor green 23litre and the grey 5litre kitchen caddy - and the printed guide that comes with the containers

New food waste service starts 31 March: containers ready, collections coming

2 February 2026

New food waste service starts 31 March: containers ready, collections coming

Cllr Onuoha, Cllr Peatfield and Craig Capper

Portfolio Spotlight: Turning trash into treasure and making Derby greener and cleaner

28 December 2025

Councillor Ndukwe Onuoha, Cabinet Member for Streetpride, Parks and Leisure, looks back on making Derby a cleaner, greener and more welcoming place to be.

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Everything you need to know about festive bin collections in Derby

17 December 2025

Derby City Council reminds residents about festive bin collection changes, including changes to Christmas and New Year dates and guidance on managing extra waste and recycling.

The image shows someone scraping food waste from a wooden chopping board into a small caddy on the worktop.

Council to appoint contractor for Derby’s new weekly food waste service

25 November 2025

Derby City Council will appoint a contractor to manage and process household food waste for weekly collections from March 2026, supporting Simpler Recycling and delivering environmental benefits.

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Street cleaning teams working daily to clear fallen leaves across Derby

18 November 2025

Derby’s street cleaning teams are working daily this autumn to clear fallen leaves, keeping streets, paths and drains clear, safe and looking their best.

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