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  • Recycling

How to communicate recycling to flats and tenements

19 Jun 24

RFS Let's get flats recycling communications toolkit

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This Toolkit was created to help local authorities deliver communications to improve recycling in tenements and flatted properties.

Lets get flats recycling toolkit front cover
RFS Let's get flats recycling communications toolkit

RFS Let's get flats recycling leaflet

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The leaflet gives residents detailed information about how to participate fully in the new recycling service for flats. It includes a rationale for the changes, guidance on correct use of each container, information about keeping bin areas tidy and a list of frequently asked questions. You can reference any carbon (or financial) savings associated with the new service.

Lets get flats recycling leaflet front cover
RFS Let's get flats recycling leaflet

RFS Let's get flats recycling introductory letter

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An introductory letter will provide residents with key information and instructions before the service change takes place.

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RFS Let's get flats recycling introductory letter

RFS Let's get flats recycling introductory envelopes

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Using a branded envelope will ensure residents will not mistake any mailings about the service change as unwanted mail.

Flats recycling envelope screenshot
RFS Let's get flats recycling introductory envelopes

RFS Let's get flats recycling poster

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Posters are a useful way to remind residents of what can be recycled and be displayed in communal areas such as landings and hallways. 

Flats recycling posters screenshot
RFS Let's get flats recycling poster

RFS Let's get flats recycling lamp post banners

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Lamp post banners can be used to promote recycling and let residents know about any changes to on-street recycling provision, e.g. the introduction of bin hubs. 

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RFS Let's get flats recycling lamp post banners

RFS Let's get flats recycling pull up banners

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Pull-up banners can be used at events and community road shows to provide a talking point and information about what can be recycled in each bin using the new service.

Flats blue pull up banner screenshot
RFS Let's get flats recycling pull up banners

RFS Let's get flats recycling bin store signage

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Fixed signage can be installed at communal bin store areas to clearly identify which properties are allowed to use the bins, pictorial information about what can be recycled in each bin and contact information to report dumped rubbish.

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RFS Let's get flats recycling bin store signage

RFS Let's get flats recycling bin stickers

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Communal bin stickers with QR codes are another opportunity to remind residents about what can be recycled.

Flats recycling blue and green bin stickers
RFS Let's get flats recycling bin stickers