Residents recycle 143 Christmas trees

RESIDENTS in Carmarthenshire have recycled 143 Christmas trees.

A Christmas Tree Amnesty was held the council on Saturday with collection points set up in Llandeilo, Llandovery, Pencader, Llanybydder, Tumble and Kidwelly.

Householders were able to take along their real trees to be recycled after the festive season.

The trees were then taken to the In-Vessel Composting Unit at Nantycaws to be turned into compost/soil conditioner.

The aim of the amnesty was to raise awareness of waste and reduce fly-tipping, assist residents with the disposal of their Christmas trees and make sure as many as possible are recycled.

Executive board member for the environment Councillor Philip Hughes said: “Despite the cold weather there was a good turnout of residents. Christmas tree recycling is an eco-friendly, convenient way of getting rid of your real Christmas tree and doing your bit for the environment.

“I am told that everyone spoken to about the amnesty was impressed with the service offered and was very happy with the collection staff’s hard work both in the amnesty and on their regular weekly kerbside collections.”