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Derry City and Strabane District Council is delighted to support International Compost Awareness Week (ICAW) 2026, taking place from 3rd to 9th May 2026.
International Compost Awareness Week is the largest and most comprehensive education initiative within the composting industry. This year’s theme, “Compost! Feed the Soil that Feeds Us”, aims to raise public awareness of the many benefits of compost use, from improving and maintaining high-quality soil and supporting healthy plant growth, to reducing reliance on chemical fertilisers and pesticides, improving water quality, and protecting the wider environment.

Derry City and Strabane District Council is encouraging local families to check out the many benefits of changing from disposable nappies during Reusable Nappy Week, taking place April 27th to May 4th.
Reusable Nappy Week includes a diverse programme of awareness-raising activities and advocacy focused on helping families learn more about sustainable nappy choices. Throughout the week, parents and carers can discover the many advantages of reusable nappies, including how to get started, where to purchase them, and how to take part in local and international events.

Bin collections will take place as scheduled on Good Friday (3 April), Easter Monday (6 April), and Tuesday (7 April).

Recycling Centres will be closed on Easter Sunday (5 April) and Easter Monday (6 April), reopening as normal on Tuesday 7 April.

In line with the clocks going forward this weekend, Recycling Centres will also change to their summer opening times from Monday 30th March. Several sites will benefit from extended weekday evening hours, while others will introduce revised Monday openings.

  Hive Cancer Support received coveted Derry and Strabane Regional Champions Award Live Here Love Here, the people-powered campaign dedicated to improving local environments and

Share the Love of Recycling this Valentine’s Day It’s the most romantic day of the year, but  Valentine’s Day should be just as much about

Derry City and Strabane District Council is delighted to support this Years International Compost Awareness Week (ICAW).  ICAW is the largest and most comprehensive education initiative

Looking to make this Valentine’s Day extra special—for both your loved ones and the planet? 💚🌎 This blog from Recycle Now shares simple, sustainable ways to celebrate