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Disposing of asbestos, paint and toxic materials

Hazardous waste is not collected from the kerbside by the Council.  For advice on the disposal of hazardous items visit Love Essex

Do not place any of the following items in your refuse bin.

These items are not accepted at a Recycling Centre for Household Waste (the tip):

  • Asbestos
  • Chemicals and other toxic substances
  • Poisons
  • Petrol

These items are accepted at a Recycling Centre for Household Waste:

  • Paint 
  • All batteries