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Last Updated: Monday, 15 November, 2004, 06:28 GMT
Residents want easier recycling
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Jersey recycles about 9% of combustible and biodegradable waste
More people in Jersey would like to recycle but want the process to be made easier, according to a survey.

Islanders gave their comments as part of a study carried out by the Environment Department.

Currently, each parish in Jersey makes its own arrangements for rubbish collection and recycling.

But the Environment Department is inviting all constables to meet to see how they can work together to improve the system.

In September, the department asked for comments on a discussion document about how Jersey's waste should be tackled.

Issues raised included health concerns of residents in Bellozanne over emissions from the nearby waste-to-energy plant.

They also included the funding of waste solutions and the possibility of exporting Jersey's waste to France or having a joint scheme with Guernsey.

Jersey currently recycles about 9% of combustible and biodegradable waste. This falls short of some European countries with figures of14%.




SEE ALSO:
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06 Oct 04 |  Jersey
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28 Sep 04 |  Guernsey
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27 Sep 04 |  Nottinghamshire
Rubbish power plant moves closer
12 Sep 04 |  Devon


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