Overview
- UK outlets including the Daily Record, Bristol Live and the Mirror are circulating Wealden Council’s guidance first reported via the Express.
- Experts say pooled liquid in bins attracts flies and maggots, making absorbency more effective than hosing, which can leave sticky residue and bacteria.
- You can lay flat sheets of newspaper on the bin floor or add crumpled pages to soak up moisture and keep the base dry.
- Articles advise replacing the newspaper roughly monthly to maintain hygiene and lower the chance of infestations.
- Complementary steps include rinsing food containers, double‑bagging waste, squeezing air from bags, disinfecting bins, storing bins in shade, and keeping lids closed.