Waste collection is one of the most visible services a council provides. Residents might not think about it every day, but they certainly notice when something goes wrong. A missed collection, a confusing recycling schedule, or a lack of communication can quickly become a source of frustration. At the same time, expectations have changed dramatically […]

Most people want to recycle properly. The problem is that everyday life gets busy. People forget collection days, get confused about which bin goes out, or simply are not sure what can and cannot be recycled in their area. For councils, that often leads to overflowing recycling bins, contamination issues, and lower participation rates —

What OpenData actually is data.gov.uk is the UK Government’s OpenData platform. In simple terms, it’s meant to be a place where public sector organisations publish data in a structured, reusable format so it can be consumed by other systems. The idea is fairly straightforward: instead of information being locked away in PDFs, web pages, or

We’re excited to roll out a new set of updates to the MyBins app and management platform, all designed with one goal in mind: making waste collection information clearer, easier to access, and more useful for both residents and administrators. Here’s a look at what’s new. A Clearer Start with New App Introduction Slides First

Recycling has become a normal part of everyday life for many households. Most people genuinely want to do the right thing — but confusion about which bin to use, changing local council rules, and unclear packaging labels can make recycling harder than it should be. Placing waste in the correct recycling bin is more important

At MyBins, we understand that trust is essential. Whether you are a resident using our app or a local authority managing services through our platform, protecting your data is a top priority. That’s why we have built My Bins with security at its core, using trusted technologies and best-practice safeguards. In this post, we explain

We’re pleased to announce the launch of our new online support and ticketing system for the MyBins app, designed to make it easier than ever for local authority administrators to communicate directly with our team. This new system provides a clear, structured way to raise queries, report issues, and track progress in real time. Instead

At MyBins, we work closely with local authorities to help improve waste and recycling communication with residents through simple, effective digital tools. To support councils in exploring how MyBins could work for their area, we offer a fully supported demo version of the MyBins app, complete with access to our app management panel. This allows

We were delighted to recently host a successful and well-attended webinar exploring how MyBins is helping local authorities modernise waste and recycling communication, reduce missed collections, and improve public engagement. The session was led by Alasdair Meldrum, Director and Founder of MyBins Ltd, alongside Alex Meldrum, Product Director, who shared their combined expertise in both