Question 1

What you need to know about East Central London

Accepted Answer

East Central London covers areas of Whitechapel, Barbican Clerkenwell and Farringdon. The principal borough in this district is the City of London, and some parts of Tower Hamlets Westminster Islington Camden and Hackney are also Included in this area. It is a leading commercial and business district in the city and has been a centre of great importance since London became a capital. The museums and historical architecture in this area tell a story of the significance of East central London dating from when the Tower of London was built by William the Conqueror in 1078. Today the embassies, criminal courts and high-rise office buildings that occupy much of the area still speak of the importance and power commanded by this part of the city. Filled with notable high rises such as Tower 42 and The Shard, and places of worship like the infamous St. Paul's Cathedral and the East London Mosque, East central London is a melting pot of cultures, history, and innovation. Ambitious projects like The Shard, which took 5 cranes to build, and Millennium Bridge, which is regarded as an engineering feat, identify East central London as somewhere that continues to push the boundaries in terms of technology, progress and financial investment. East Central London Is also filled with arts culture and many tourist attractions such as The British Museum, the National and the Tate Gallery, and The Barbican Centre, a performing arts centre that hosts Theatre film exhibitions and concerts performed by some of London’s most prestigious orchestras.

Question 2

What are the different ways to dispose of waste in East Central London?

Accepted Answer

As there are plenty of businesses and large corporations operating in this area, commercial waste accounts for a significant amount of the refuse produced in this part of the city. The City of London council has a list of commercial waste management companies on their website however businesses should note that they are responsible for making sure that their chosen waste contractor Is properly licenced to transfer waste and complies with waste management regulations.

Question 3

Where are the nearest recycling centres in East Central London

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Recycling in the borough is split up between the four Estates Barbican Golden Lane Mansell St and Middlesex St all have their own recycling systems in place for residents. In Barbican most mixed recycling small electrical items and textiles can be taken to one of four car parks, while on the Golden Lane estate, a mini recycling site is available under Great Arthur house. The Mansell St estate recycling bins are situated outside Guinness court, And the Middlesex St estate micro recycling centre situated in the car park. Each estate also has a map of recycling locations available to download from the council website.

Residents can also access food waste bins at the micro recycling centres which are green with a food recycling symbol. Small electrical items can be placed in pink recycling bins and include items such as irons table lamps, CD players and mobile phones. Batteries and low energy light bulbs can also be taken to a local supermarket for recycling and textiles clothes and shoes can be placed in the various Salvation Army collection banks located in car parks around the Borough.

Question 4

What rubbish collection services are available in East Central London?

Accepted Answer

The City of London council does not provide clinical or asbestos waste collection; However, it does provide chemical waste collection for items such as acid batteries, oil, brake fluid, pesticides, and solvents. For bulky waste collection the advice on the City of London website states that if items are in good condition, they can be given to charity or on websites such as freecycle. The council does collect bulky waste for a charge of £34 for up to three items and £68 For between 4 and 6 items. Some large electrical items can also be left at specified points around the borough to be collected free of charge.

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Question 5

How is the local authority in East Central London handling your waste?

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Residents of the City of London can order clear recycling sacks for mixed recycling that is sent to a materials recovery facility (MRF) in Southwark. Materials at the facility are mechanically sorted before being baled and sold. food waste goes to an energy recovery facility (ERF) in Milton Keynes, and general waste is taken to an energy from waste (EfW) facility at Belvedere. There are also useful links on the City of London website to www.recyclenow.com that offers detailed information about how different materials are processed at recovery facilities.

East Central London Council's Waste Management Performance:
· Overall annual spend on waste management £4,096,476
· Per person spend £53
· Landfill rate 51.18%
· Reuse and recycling rate 48.82%

Question 6

What are the plans for a greener future in East Central London?

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Green infrastructure initiatives like the All London Green Grid Area Framework aims to bring the natural environment back into the most urbanised areas of the city, and build ‘with nature’ to reduce the effects of climate change. The Vision for the All London Green Grid Area Framework aims to be as influential as the use of land for ‘Green Belt’, which was developed in the 1950’s and still protects green infrastructure in between towns and cities today.

The Green Grid vision for East Central London includes many riverbank sites as well as introducing green spaces throughout the area to promote healthy living, green skills, and sustainable food production, while boosting the local economy through tourism. In practical terms this could include, tree lined streets, greenway access for cyclists and pedestrians, enhancement and expansion of existing green spaces, and the creation of riverine habitats by the Thames. Key projects are planned specifically at the Barbican, Finsbury Circus

The City of London Borough which sits right in the middle of East Central has launched the ‘plastic free city’ initiative to counteract the reliance on single use plastic and encourage businesses and organisations throughout the borough to use alternatives. Corporations in the borough can find out how to implement plastic free strategies by signing up to the ‘clean city awards scheme’ on www.ccaslondon.co.uk for access to resources and workshops.

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