Hazardous waste
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When temperatures reach 30 degrees Celsius or more, our refuse collectors and street cleaners will start earlier and take more regular breaks.
Bin collections and street cleaning will start from 5:30am. Help us by making sure your waste is ready to be collected by this time.
Residents
If you are a resident and need to dispose of hazardous waste, you can use the Hazardous Waste Collection Service operated by the City of London. The service is usually free.
Find out how to arrange a collection.
Western Riverside Waste Authority's Reuse and Recycling Centre in Smugglers Way is not licenced to receive household hazardous waste.
Commercial users
If you are a business and want to dispose of hazardous waste, contact the Environment Agency on 03708 506 506.
Last updated: 10 March 2025