Overview
- City of York Council opened subscriptions on January 19, with sign-ups due by February 13 ahead of fortnightly collections restarting on March 2 for a 40-week season.
- York’s charge has increased from £49 to £52, which the council says reflects roughly £2.1 million in running costs and equates to about £2.60 per collection.
- A 50% discount is available for residents receiving Council Tax Support or registered as having a severe mental impairment, and existing assisted collections transfer automatically on subscription.
- North Yorkshire Council requires a £52 licence per 240-litre bin for fortnightly collections from March to early December, and licences must be displayed on bins before collections begin.
- North Yorkshire residents will receive a licence pack within 14 days of purchase, must buy additional licences for extra bins, may use compostable sacks where bins are not used, and are encouraged to home compost or use recycling centres.