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Extra routes put on for bin collections - Friday 16, Saturday 17, and Monday 19 January
Our crews have shown extraordinary commitment to get Aberdeenshire back on track after the recent adverse weather. That continues with extra off-schedule collections for black lid bins this Friday, Saturday, and Monday from 7am.
15 January 2026
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Waste and recycling service 13 January 2026
Waste and recycling teams have gone above and beyond during the recent adverse weather to service accessible routes, keep recycling centres open, and support snow clearing efforts across Aberdeenshire—and they are not stopping. The team has a range of plans in place to help communities get caught up.
13 January 2026
Aberdeenshire winter weather updates
See all the latest updates on the severe winter weather across Aberdeenshire.
12 January 2026
Aberdeenshire Council ends 'major incident' but emergency response efforts continue
Aberdeenshire Council has taken the decision to end its ‘major incident’, which it stood up last Tuesday as a result of major snowfall affecting all parts of Aberdeenshire, but the Council remains alert to the on-going needs of communities in a heightened state of emergency response.
11 January 2026
Emergency protection works begin at Portsoy Harbour
Aberdeenshire Council has appointed a contractor to undertake emergency protection and recovery measures at Portsoy Harbour.
09 January 2026
Residents invited to submit snow photos to aid clearance efforts
As winter maintenance teams continue to work towards restoring connectivity across Aberdeenshire’s road network, residents are being invited to submit photos to support these efforts.
09 January 2026
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