When will my household waste and recycling bins be emptied? Your local authority are responsible for the collection and recycling of your household waste. Household waste and recycling Your local authority are responsible for the collection and recycling of your household waste. Visit their website for information about: Bank holiday collections Replacement bins Reporting a missed bin collection Bulky waste removal Recycling Check your council’s website to find out when your rubbish will be collected. If you live in the Wakefield district visit Bins and Recycling or phone 0345 8 506 506 Keywords bins recycling household waste