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<p>We do not receive a comprehensive breakdown of the totals of these wastes within
either our mixed recycling or general waste streams.</p><p>Plastic cups can be collected
as part of the dry mixed recycling scheme, enabling them to be recycled.</p><p>Food
containers and cutlery are at present collected as part of our general waste stream
due to potential contamination from food and liquids. Instructions for our general
waste bins in Parliament are that the only items deposited in this waste steam are
non-recyclables and contaminated waste.</p><p>Within the single-use avoidable plastics
strategy announced on 15 May 2018, the House Authorities committed to replacing the
existing catering disposables range, which is predominantly non-recyclable, for a
compostable alternative. This will enable the entire range of disposable items provided
by the House to be recycled.</p>
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