AT Christmas more rubbish is produced than at any other time of the year, so West Devon Borough Council is encouraging residents to think about their three Rs – Reduce, Reuse and Recycle.

There are no changes to residents' collection days this year, as crews will be working over the bank holidays. Please put your box out every week – even if it's only a small amount – as this speeds up the collections.

l This year all households in West Devon are able to put food waste out for collection along with their recycling. To cut down on the amount of food waste, visit http://www.lovefoodhatewaste.com/southwest">www.lovefoodhatewaste.com/southwest for some recipes and tips on using up those festive leftovers.

l This year people in West Devon can put their Christmas trees out with their garden waste. Or, why not buy a living tree that can be planted in the garden after festivities.

l Although the council is unable to take wrapping paper in recycling boxes you can still put Christmas cards and envelopes out for collection.

l Do recycle batteries, spectacles, mobile phones, textiles and plastic bottles with the paper, card, cans and glass.

l To recycle glass jars/bottles give them a rinse in your leftover dish washing water and place them in the green box. These can also be taken to one of the many banks around the borough.