The Worst Things to Put in the Recycling Bin
5 Things You Should Not Put in the Recycling Bin, According to North London Waste Authority
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"The COVID-19 outbreak has seen a rise in use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as surgical masks, gloves, and disposable tissues," the NLWA said. "These items are not recyclable even when clean, but if put into the recycling cause a safety risk to our staff who have to pick them out manually. You can find out more about this issue on the NLWA website."