Bolton bin collection times to change due to heatwave

Residents are being advised that bin collection times will temporarily change this week to help protect waste collection crews during the spell of extreme heat.

From Tuesday 23 June to Friday 26 June, crews will begin collections earlier than usual, with a new start time of 6am.

The temporary change has been introduced to allow staff to carry out their work during the cooler parts of the day, reducing the risk posed by high temperatures.

Residents are asked to support crews by:

• Putting their bins out the night before their scheduled collection day

• Ensuring bins are ready for collection by 6am at the latest

• Leaving bins in an accessible and visible location at the kerbside

All collection days remain unchanged, and crews will continue to follow their normal routes.

Cllr Robert Morrisey, Bolton Council’s Executive Cabinet Member for Environmental Services, said: “This change is a short-term measure to ensure essential services can continue while prioritising the health and wellbeing of frontline staff during very hot weather.

“The council thanks residents for their cooperation and understanding during this period.”

An amber heat alert has been issued for Bolton and the rest of Greater Manchester as temperatures are set to rise reaching highs of 35C on Thursday.