June 23, 2026 - 224 views
Residents in Conwy County are being urged to put their recycling containers out the night before collection after crews temporarily moved to earlier working hours due to the current spell of exceptionally hot weather.
The change has been introduced to protect refuse and recycling staff from working during the highest daytime temperatures of the ongoing heatwave.
From now until Friday, collection crews in Conwy will begin rounds at 5am, two hours earlier than the usual 7am start.
Householders are being asked to ensure all recycling containers are placed out the evening before their scheduled collection day, to avoid the risk of missed collections due to the revised timetable.
A spokesperson said the earlier start times are necessary in response to the weather warning and will allow crews to complete their rounds before temperatures peak.
The council has thanked residents for their cooperation and understanding during the temporary changes.
While this arrangement applies to Conwy County Borough Council services, other North Wales councils may also be considering similar measures to protect frontline workers during the extreme heat. Residents living outside Conwy are advised to check directly with their local authority for any changes to collection times.
Normal service is expected to resume from Monday, once temperatures begin to return to more seasonal levels.
Households affected by the change are reminded to have all bins and recycling containers ready for collection by 5am on their scheduled day.
