PKC Waste Services Team

This , take part in the ! Swap out just ONE single-use item for a reusable one from 16th to 20th June.

Why does it matter? Every minute, a truckload of plastic ends up in our oceans. Most of it is used once and thrown away.

By choosing to reuse, even just for 5 days, you’re showing that there’s a better way. And, if enough of us do it, we can spark real change.

This , take part in the ! Swap out just ONE single-use item for a reusable one from 16th to 20th June.

Some easy starting points:
• Carry a refillable water bottle
• Use a reusable coffee cup or lunchbox
• Choose loose fruit & veg instead of plastic-wrapped
• Say no to plastic cutlery – bring your own
• Wrap snacks in beeswax wraps or containers
• There’s no pressure to be perfect – just give it a go and share your progress!

Update: Blairgowrie Recycling Centre will reopen from 12 noon today Monday 15th June. Opening hours will return to normal from then, please check www.pkc.gov.uk/recyclingcentres for a reminder.

Update: Unfortunately, we have had to take the decision to temporarily close Blairgowrie Recycling Centre while the works continue. This is due to long queues causing access issues for neighbours, and the discovery of shallow cabling complicating the excavation. We will reopen the site as soon as possible and apologise for the inconvenience.

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We are undertaking works at the Blairgowrie Recycling Centre that will require additional traffic management procedures. Temporary traffic management will be in place until Monday 29 June 2026.

Please be patient, as these works may cause delays. Kindly follow the instructions given by the site attendants.

Thank you for your cooperation.

~ Film night - Six Inches of Soil on Friday, June 12 ~
The inspiring story of British farmers standing up against the industrial food system and transforming the way they produce food - to heal the soil, benefit our health and provide for local communities. Screening followed by discussion. Birks Cinema, Aberfeldy, 7.30pm, PG-rated, £10. Booking: https://birkscinema.co.uk/films.../films/six-inches-of-soil/

Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/OaJl0yQ7ufQ

This workshop is organised by Healthiest Town as part of its Open Gate Festival. There is an exciting line-up of workshops, talks, walks, socials and garden visits for you to enjoy - find out more at www.healthiesttown.org/open-gate-2006

Update: Unfortunately, we have had to take the decision to temporarily close Blairgowrie Recycling Centre while the works continue. This is due to long queues causing access issues for neighbours, and the discovery of shallow cabling complicating the excavation. We will reopen the site as soon as possible and apologise for the inconvenience.

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We are undertaking works at the Blairgowrie Recycling Centre that will require additional traffic management procedures. Temporary traffic management will be in place until Monday 29 June 2026.

Please be patient, as these works may cause delays. Kindly follow the instructions given by the site attendants.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Blairgowrie Recycling Centre is closed to commercial permit holders on Wednesday 10 June. We apologise for any inconvenience.

Exposing your v**e to extreme temperatures is a fire risk.

❌ Avoid leaving it in a hot car or out in the freezing cold.
❌ Never use damaged, swollen or hot batteries.

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