More waste sent for recycling than landfill for the first time

Residents in Birmingham complained about uncollected rubbish before Christmas, unaware that the City Council had suspended collections. The Council stated that collection dates were publicized and would resume on Wednesday. This situation highlights the large amount of waste generated, with 22.9 million tons produced by households in England last year. For the first time, councils are recycling more waste than they send to landfills.

What was the main complaint of the residents regarding waste collection?

• The binmen were on strike.

• The binmen damaged the bins.

• The binmen hadn't collected rubbish for two weeks.

• The binmen collected rubbish too frequently.

What did Birmingham City Council say about the waste collection dates?

• They were widely publicized.

• They were postponed indefinitely.

• They were not announced.

• They were canceled.

How much rubbish did households in England generate last year according to Defra?

• 10 million tons

• 15 million tons

• 22.9 million tons

• 30 million tons

What is the average amount of rubbish generated per person in England?

• 500 kilograms

• 431 kilograms

• 200 kilograms

• 600 kilograms

What positive trend is highlighted in the waste management statistics?

• Councils are increasing waste collection fees.

• Councils are reducing waste collection frequency.

• Councils are recycling more waste than they send to landfills.

• Councils are sending more waste to landfills.