When will my household waste and recycling bins be emptied? Wakefield Council are responsible for the collection and recycling of your household waste. Household waste and recycling Wakefield Council are responsible for the collection and recycling of your household waste. You can contact their call centre 24 hours a day, every day, on 0345 8 506 506. Visit the Bins and recycling page on their website for information about: Bank holiday collections Replacement bins Reporting a missed bin collection Bulky waste removal Recycling