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Local MP calls for better recycling
The Borough of Haringey must provide better access to battery recycling, according to local MP Lynne Featherstone.
There are two points for battery recycling in Haringey’s recycling centres - in Hornsey and Tottenham. In contrast, several local authorities across the country run successful schemes that give residents the opportunity to recycle their batteries in special battery recycling points on the streets or in local shops.
Liberal Democrat MP Lynne Featherstone, said: “Batteries, especially if old or broken, can be very dangerous to people and the planet. Throwing them away with the normal rubbish sadly means they end up on the landfill, with potentially very worrying long-term consequences.
“Recycling needs to be easy and accessible - we all want to do our bit for the planet – but if that means driving half-way across Haringey to recycle our batteries, many may feel it is not worth the extra effort or the extra carbon foot-print.”
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