WEST Fifers are being reminded that four weekly brown bin collections come into force this week.

The seasonal change has now begun and two-weekly collections of the brown compost/food waste bins will resume in March.

Residents should visit Fife Council's website FifeDirect www.fifedirect.org/bincalendar to access their updated bin calendar with collection days.

A recent survey showed that less than seven per cent of Fife residents placed their brown bin out every two weeks during the winter.

As there is very little garden waste during the winter, the council is reducing the number of compost/food waste collections over the winter period so that resources, if required, can be redirected to support other waste collection services, which are sometimes stretched due to adverse weather conditions.

It also means that the council’s recycling points will be serviced more often, particularly during the busy festive season.

Householders are reminded that waste should only be placed in compostable liners or newspaper and the bin lid should be kept closed. 

For anyone running low on food waste bags, more information is available on Fife Direct https://www.fifedirect.org.uk/foodwaste.