Winter Service Update 10th January 2010 - 1pm

Waste and Recycling Collections

Every effort has been made to collect waste in Cheshire East during the recent bad weather.

Many collections, particularly in the Macclesfield, Wilmslow and Knutsford areas, have been severely delayed due to snow and the prolonged freezing temperatures.

Where operatives have been unable to reach households to collect waste they have been redeployed to other services, for example, helping to grit and clear local footpaths.

As a result of the delays, the decision has been taken to revert back to the regular waste collection and recycling timetable from Monday 11th January.

Residents are asked to check their waste collection stickers and put out their recycling and waste for kerbside collection accordingly. Extra operatives and resources will also be allocated in to help collections to be made as scheduled.

We would like to thank residents for their continued patience in this matter and apologise for any inconvenience caused. Every effort is being made to collect waste across the Macclesfield area. Without the dedication of staff over the past week, even the limited amount of collections which have taken place would not have been possible.

Frozen Pipes

Severe Weather Information to the Public

United Utilities are currently receiving large call volumes from customers who are experiencing frozen pipes on private services and other severe weather related problems.  

If you are experiencing problems please visit United Utilities Winter Weather Advice to determine if the problem is private or a matter for United Utilities before calling.

If you are experiencing drinking water problems please ring United Utilities on 0845 746 2200.

Household Waste Centres

Site Closure Information

Due to the current severe weather affecting all parts of Cheshire East please ring the Household Waste Recycling Centre that you are planning to visit before setting off.

Previous Waste and Recycling winter service updates.