By Disruption to bin collections continues in Grimsby
According to North East Lincolnshire Council, bin collection rounds have been disrupted due to the rise in local coronavirus cases.
A number of other council services have also been affected.
“The Council is taking steps to make sure we empty bins at all households,” the council added.
“Waste and recycling crews are working hard to catch up and they really appreciate the support from those who may have had to wait an extra 24 hours for their scheduled collection
“Plans are in place to keep services running, including bringing in colleagues from other parts of the Council to cover absences due to coronavirus.
“If bins are not emptied in your street, please do not call us. Put your bins out the next day and we will empty them as soon as we can.”
The delays have also meant that several recycling banks are full and overflowing. Residents are currently being advised to avoid using them.
Councillor Stewart Swinburn said:
“Our staff are not immune from the virus. Like most organisations, we are adapting what we do to keep services running during this period of uncertainty.
“Our crews will do all they can to keep rounds running as normal, but if staff must self-isolate to limit the spread of the virus, it could have a knock-on effect on our services and lead to some disruption.”
Further information can be found via the council website.
