The efforts of green-minded residents have helped Caerphilly County Borough Council being shortlisted for a prestigious national award for recycling.
The council is one of three finalists in the prestigious Local Authority Recycling Advisory Committee (LARAC) 2011 Celebration Awards for its achievements in increasing its recycling rates.
Cllr Lyn Ackerman, cabinet member for public services said: “I am delighted that once again our residents’ recycling efforts have helped contribute to Caerphilly being finalists for this premier national award.
“Our recent Household Survey results showed that residents are very satisfied with the recycling services we offer, which is excellent, as is the news that we continue to be one of the best local authorities in Wales for recycling.”
The LARAC awards recognise the dedication, success and achievements of local authority recycling officers and their teams and partners throughout the UK.
The winning council will be presented with its award on October 19.
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