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New rules for paper and cardboard from January 1st

From next year, paper and cardboard can be offered in a yellow recycling bin or a box to prevent litter.

A yellow paper recycling bin with a few sheets of paper inside, on a Flemish street with brick houses and a cloudy sky.
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A yellow paper recycling bin with a few sheets of paper inside, on a Flemish street with brick houses and a cloudy sky.

From January 1st, 2027, the rules for offering paper and cardboard will be adjusted in Hemiksem. Residents can choose between a yellow recycling bin or a box.

Starting January 1st, 2027, residents of Hemiksem will have a new option for submitting their paper and cardboard. In addition to existing methods, such as using their own plastic containers, a yellow paper recycling bin will be introduced.
This new approach aims to help prevent litter and streamline the collection process. The municipality hopes to reduce nuisance and improve services with this initiative.
The municipality of Hemiksem encourages its residents to adhere closely to the new regulations to ensure a smooth and clean collection.
Based on information from the official source: Gemeente Hemiksem (30/09/2026)

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