There should at least be a trial before the change.

How often do you see the (too) small red bins overflowing?

When the bin overfills after two weeks, I imagine that some householders will stack the excess on the footpath alongside the bin, contaminate recycle bins or use public bins. This will defeat the purpose of the scheme.

The council may make the weekly service available for those who want it, but for a fee? User pays?

Our rates represent payment for this basic service, and income for council generated by sale of recyclables should ensure the weekly red bin service should be retained, at least for those who request it, and at no extra charge.

— MARK E. BLOOMFIELD,

Lavington