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Bermuda Day Garbage Collection Advisory
The Ministry of Public Works is advising the public that due to the Bermuda Day holiday on Friday [May 26], garbage due to be collected on Friday will instead be collected on Saturday [May 27]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Tynes Bay Public Drop-Off will be open from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. and is a free waste disposal service available to... Read more of this article
Reminder: Illegal Dumping In The City
[Updated with photos] The City of Hamilton is reminding the public that the “dumping of household trash that does not originate from within the City is illegal and violates the Waste Litter Control Act.” A spokesperson said, “The City will look to review CCTV footage and anyone found to be bringing trash from outside parishes and dumping... Read more of this article
Coronation Day Holiday Trash Collection Advisory
The Ministry of Public Works advises that household waste collection “will follow a roll-over schedule due to the public holiday in celebration of the Coronation of King Charles III on Monday, May 8th.” A Government spokesperson said, “On roll-over weeks, waste collection days move over by one day resulting in waste usually collected... Read more of this article
City Advisory: Holiday Trash Collection
The City of Hamilton is advising City businesses and residents that there will be no trash collection within City limits on Good Friday [April 7th] or Easter Sunday [April 9th]. A spokesperson said, “The last collection for commercial businesses, bars and restaurants will be at 5:00pm on Thursday. Collection for bars and restaurants on Saturday will... Read more of this article
Good Friday Garbage Collection Advisory
The Ministry of Public Works is advising that due to the Good Friday holiday on April 7th, household waste that would normally be collected on that day will be collected on Saturday [April 8]. A Government spokesperson said, “East-end tin, aluminum, and glass bottles [TAG recyclables] will also be collected on Saturday, April 8th. All other waste... Read more of this article
Govt: ‘Do Not Include Faeces In Garbage’
“I implore members of the public to cease and desist,” said Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch as the Ministry “reminds the public that including faeces in household trash is prohibited.” A Government spokesperson said, “Under no circumstances should any animal or human faeces ever be included in household trash put out for... Read more of this article
City Reminder On Use Trash Wheelie Bins
The City of Hamilton is reminding area businesses and residents “that after trash has been collected, their wheelie bins are to be stored away and not left on the City sidewalks.” A spokesperson said, “According to the Terms of Service of waste collection in the City, the bins should also be cleaned regularly to avoid any build up of material... Read more of this article
Temporary Garbage Collection Suspension
The Ministry of Public Works, Waste Management Section, is advising the public that waste collection services will be suspended for today [Feb 1]. A Government spokesperson said, “Garbage collection is expected to resume normal operation tomorrow [Thursday]. Residents are encouraged to utilise the Tynes Bay public drop off, which is open from 7.00am... Read more of this article
Residents “May Encounter Unpleasant Odours”
The Ministry of Public Works advises that it will begin its Biannual Septage Disposal Operations on January 23 and ”residents near the Marsh Folly Composting facility may encounter unpleasant odours.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works advises that it will begin its Biannual Septage Disposal Operations commencing... Read more of this article
Christmas Tree Collection On January 14 & 21
Christmas tree collection will be held on Saturday, 14 January and Saturday, 21 January. The Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works reminds the public that the Christmas tree collection will be held on Saturday, 14 January and again on Saturday, 21 January. “The public is advised to adhere to the following Christmas... Read more of this article
“Delays In Collecting Garbage This Weekend”
The Ministry of Public Works Waste Management Section is advising residents that as of today [Dec 30], it is “currently experiencing delays in collecting garbage this weekend due to mechanical failures in several collections vehicles.” A Government spokesperson said, “Mechanical crews are scheduled to work through the night to restore... Read more of this article
Ministry: Holiday Waste Collection Advisory
The Ministry of Public Works is advising the public of the upcoming waste and recycling collection schedule over the Christmas and New Year’s Holidays. A Government spokesperson said, “Christmas day and Boxing Day will be observed on Monday, 26 December, and Tuesday, 27 December. “As a result, during Christmas week: 1. Trash that is usually... Read more of this article
Junior Minister Updates On Tynes Bay Facility
Junior Minister of Public Works Senator Leslie Robinson provided a ”fulsome update on the progress of the Tynes Bay Waste-to-Energy Refurbishment Programme” in the Senate. The Junior Minister’s full statement follows below: Madam President, I have received the Parliamentary Questions from Senator Douglas S. J. DeCouto and am providing... Read more of this article
Advisory: Remembrance Day Trash Collection
The City of Hamilton is advising residents and businesses that garbage collection will be scheduled on the following dates during the Remembrance Day Weekend. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton wishes to advise City businesses and residents that garbage collection will be scheduled on the following dates during the Remembrance Day Weekend: Thursday... Read more of this article
Remembrance Day Garbage Collection Advisory
The Ministry of Public Works is advising that due to the Remembrance Day holiday on Friday, 11 November, garbage will not be collected on that day. A Government spokesperson said, “Waste regularly collected on Friday will instead be collected on Saturday, 12 November. “Friday garbage collection areas include Smith’s Parish east of Devil’s... Read more of this article
City Guidelines For Safe Trash Collection
The City of Hamilton is advising City residents, businesses and road users of “some general trash etiquette which should be followed to keep both trash truck operators and the public safe.” A spokesperson said, “Please remember to be ‘KIND’ to our City refuse collectors: K – Keep your distance from trash trucks when driving [at... Read more of this article
