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<p>We published guidance on 7 April to help local authorities prioritise waste services
at <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-advice-to-local-authorities-on-prioritising-waste-collections/guidance-on-prioritising-waste-collection-services-during-coronavirus-covid-19-pandemic"
target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-advice-to-local-authorities-on-prioritising-waste-collections/guidance-on-prioritising-waste-collection-services-during-coronavirus-covid-19-pandemic</a>.
This recommends keeping household waste recycling centres open if it is safe to do
so.</p><p>The Government is working closely with local authorities and the waste industry
to see how we can re-open these sites in the coming weeks, whilst observing social
distancing and other requirements, to make sure collections are prioritised appropriately
and that all parts of the waste system continue to run as smoothly as possible. We
expect to publish further guidance shortly.</p><p>Local authorities should maintain
black bag collections and prevent waste from building up to protect the environment
and public health.</p>
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