Cardboard recycling bins being trialled in St John's Wood

Bins in St Johns Wood

We all seem to receive more cardboard boxes than ever but how do you break them down? Well, your Conservative Council have introduced new letterbox cardboard and paper bins which are currently being trialled across the Borough. 

­One such bin, located in our ward at Springfield Road junction with Abbey Road, encourages residents to break down cardboard boxes for recycling. We waste 22% of our cardboard here in the UK, contaminating it unnecessarily with food and other rubbish, meaning it cannot be recycled so we hope this new initiative will help reduce this wastage.

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Robert Rigby

Robert Rigby

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Robert Rigby has lived in St John’s Wood for over 30 years with his wife Emiko and has represented Regent’s Park Ward since 2010. He is committed to serving the community ensuring value for money and good services, working tirelessly to retain St John’s Wood unique character and appeal.
Caroline Sargent

Caroline Sargent

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Caroline Sargent, a mum of two girls, has lived in Westminster for over ten years.
Paul Swaddle

Paul Swaddle

Councillor for Regent's Park Ward
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Abbey Road

Abbey Road is the northernmost ward in Westminster. It is bordered to the southeast by Regent's Park, Little Venice at its most southern point, and Maida Vale to the southwest.

Regent's Park

Regent's Park lies in the north of Westminster. It is bordered to the south east by Marylebone, the west by Church Street and the north by Abbey Road.