Following a decision by Louth County Council officials to cease collection of plastics at Bring Centres across Louth in July, Sinn Féin Cllr Joanna Byrne brought an emergency motion to the monthly meeting that month asking that “Louth County Council reverse their decision to cease collecting plastics from their bring banks, effective immediately.”
Her motion was unanimously supported by all the Councillors present from all parties. Almost all the councillors spoke on the issue, raising their concerns and questioning the logic behind the decision..
Following the passing of the motion, Chief Executive Joan Martin said “I have listened to the members and took on board their points but as of now I am not prepared to reverse the decision.”
Since then there has has been public outrage at the axing of this vital service and an increase in illegal dumping and Louth Sinn Féin have launched an online petition to highlight the want and the need to reinstate this service, for the people of the County.
Back in July Cllr Joanna Byrne said “we are told to recycle, we are encouraged to recycle and now Louth County Council place obstacles in the way of recycling plastic. We are told that it costs €136,000 pa for this service and people should recycle ‘responsibly’. Surely that’s what people are trying to do by bringing their plastics to the bring banks.”
This service was temporarily reinstated following the Water Crisis a few weeks later and again at that time Cllr Byrne contacted the Chief Executive and asked that it be made a permanent decision, to no avail.
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Reached 250 supporters
October 26, 2017
October 25, 2017
we hit 100 signatures today which is honestly way faster than i thought it would happen. its clear people are just as annoyed as i am about the plastic bins being taken away and it feels good to see everyone coming together on this.
October 25, 2017
im still getting messages from people who have no idea where to put their plastics now that the banks are gone. just wanted to let you know that we are looking at our next steps to put pressure on the council because their current plan is clearly not working for anyone.
Reached 100 supporters
October 24, 2017
127 Comments
With the €1.00 increase at the recycling centres and the ridiculous ban on reclcying plastics at the community recycling banks, perhaps louth council should advertise that this county welcomes fly tipping and encourages littering.
My green bin is only collected once a fortnight. We have 4 children and use about 30 litres of milk each week. The bring banks were great for us as it meant we could recycle our milk cartons and fit everything in our green bin.
My plastic goes in the bin now because I don't have a recycling bin and can't get to the recycling centre. These bins were always the fullest when I went to the banks. I still go with my glass and cans
Why have we elected representatives when they are ignored? I don't support Sinn Fein, and never will, but by God In support this petition. It is scandalous that a simple thing like plastic recycling is being removed in favour of a more expensive or awkward option for the customers. I too am disgusted by this decision.
When concerns are raised about this particular cut the Chief Executive suggest that the councillor should find the money in the budget. So when councillors suggest where the money could come from its dismissed by CE claiming this is an executive remit.
Absolute disgrace, return recycling facilities now. Recycling is our future, wake up!!!
Do the right thing!!
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Following a decision by Louth County Council officials to cease collection of plastics at Bring Centres across Louth in July, Sinn Féin Cllr Joanna Byrne brought an emergency motion to the monthly meeting that month asking that “Louth County Council reverse their decision to cease collecting plastics from their bring banks, effective immediately.”
Her motion was unanimously supported by all the Councillors present from all parties. Almost all the councillors spoke on the issue, raising their concerns and questioning the logic behind the decision..
Following the passing of the motion, Chief Executive Joan Martin said “I have listened to the members and took on board their points but as of now I am not prepared to reverse the decision.”
Since then there has has been public outrage at the axing of this vital service and an increase in illegal dumping and Louth Sinn Féin have launched an online petition to highlight the want and the need to reinstate this service, for the people of the County.
Back in July Cllr Joanna Byrne said “we are told to recycle, we are encouraged to recycle and now Louth County Council place obstacles in the way of recycling plastic. We are told that it costs €136,000 pa for this service and people should recycle ‘responsibly’. Surely that’s what people are trying to do by bringing their plastics to the bring banks.”
This service was temporarily reinstated following the Water Crisis a few weeks later and again at that time Cllr Byrne contacted the Chief Executive and asked that it be made a permanent decision, to no avail.
Now is the time to stand up and let your voice be heard - Like, Share and Sign this petition !!!
Updates
Reached 250 supporters
October 26, 2017
October 25, 2017
we hit 100 signatures today which is honestly way faster than i thought it would happen. its clear people are just as annoyed as i am about the plastic bins being taken away and it feels good to see everyone coming together on this.
October 25, 2017
im still getting messages from people who have no idea where to put their plastics now that the banks are gone. just wanted to let you know that we are looking at our next steps to put pressure on the council because their current plan is clearly not working for anyone.
Reached 100 supporters
October 24, 2017
127 Comments
The plastic bins need to be reinstated. Plastic recycling has value and i dont understand how there is a cost to providing this service. Removing plastic bins sends the wrong message about the need to recycle.
With the €1.00 increase at the recycling centres and the ridiculous ban on reclcying plastics at the community recycling banks, perhaps louth council should advertise that this county welcomes fly tipping and encourages littering.
My green bin is only collected once a fortnight. We have 4 children and use about 30 litres of milk each week. The bring banks were great for us as it meant we could recycle our milk cartons and fit everything in our green bin.
My plastic goes in the bin now because I don't have a recycling bin and can't get to the recycling centre. These bins were always the fullest when I went to the banks. I still go with my glass and cans
Why have we elected representatives when they are ignored? I don't support Sinn Fein, and never will, but by God In support this petition. It is scandalous that a simple thing like plastic recycling is being removed in favour of a more expensive or awkward option for the customers. I too am disgusted by this decision.
When concerns are raised about this particular cut the Chief Executive suggest that the councillor should find the money in the budget. So when councillors suggest where the money could come from its dismissed by CE claiming this is an executive remit.
Absolute disgrace, return recycling facilities now. Recycling is our future, wake up!!!
Do the right thing!!
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The plastic bins need to be reinstated. Plastic recycling has value and i dont understand how there is a cost to providing this service. Removing plastic bins sends the wrong message about the need to recycle.