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Paper and cardboard recycling

What paper and cardboard items you can recycle at home.

What you cannot recycle at home

Put these items in your rubbish bin. Do not put them in your recycling bin.

  • paper that is soiled or dirty
  • tissues
  • kitchen roll
  • toilet paper
  • wallpaper
  • waxed paper
  • foil-backed card or paper
  • card with padding or bubble wrap
  • nappies

Check the A to Z to find out if you can recycle other items.

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