All businesses must make suitable arrangements for the collection and disposal of their commercial waste.
We have a duty to collect commercial waste if requested. However, many businesses find that private waste collection companies offer a more cost-effective service. We recommend getting quotes from several providers before choosing a contractor.
We may ask businesses to provide details of how they store, collect and dispose of their waste.
Businesses must store waste safely and securely. They must also make sure that anyone who collects or transports their waste is registered as a waste carrier with the Environment Agency.
Ask to see your contractor's Waste Carrier Registration details and check that they are valid. You can check a waste carrier's registration on the Environment Agency public register.
Your waste contractor should also provide a waste transfer note. This document records the type of waste collected and where it will be taken for treatment, recycling or disposal.
Trade waste and recycling at Thorn Turn
Businesses that produce small amounts of waste can use the trade waste and recycling service at Thorn Turn Household Waste Recycling Centre.
Thorn Turn offers a convenient pay-by-weight service for a wide range of trade waste and recyclable materials.
For information about accepted materials, charges, opening times and how to use the service, visit our trade waste and recycling at Thorn Turn.