Bruges (Eurotoday): After twenty years, Bruges is stopping evening waste collection to improve cleanliness and reduce visible trash. Residents can now put out waste from 7 a.m., with collection from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Alderman Minou Esquenet emphasized that this change aims to enhance the city’s historic charm and waste management efficiency.
Bruges is stopping evening waste collection in its main streets after over 20 years. Residents could put their trash out at 6 p.m., with collection starting an hour later. This system was created to help those living in busy areas near the city center dispose of their waste easily.
What changes are happening to the Bruges waste collection schedule under Alderman Esquenet?
Bruges is stopping evening waste collection to keep streets cleaner and reduce how long trash is seen in public. By changing the collection times to match the rest of the city, Bruges aims to improve waste management. This change shows the city’s commitment to maintaining its historic charm and creating a cleaner environment. Residents in the affected areas will need to change their waste disposal habits to fit the new collection schedule.
Many people in Bruges put their trash out too early, making the city center look messy. Alderman Minou Esquenet said that garbage bags were sometimes outside by the afternoon, which frustrated residents. To fix this, trash can now be put out starting at 7 a.m., and it will be picked up between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. The waste team will work hard to make this change smooth, with trucks coming into the city from five spots at the same time.
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So, let me get this straight – Bruges thinks shifting waste collection from dusk till dawn is the secret to a cleaner city? Brilliant! Because who wouldn’t want to start their day with the lovely aroma of trash at breakfast time. 😂
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