Papers published before the meeting said that Robert Lodge had not had a recycling collection since 9 June, even though people living there had reported missed collections several times.

The Bristol Estate Leaseholders and Tenants Association has also regularly reported missed rubbish and recycling collections, the papers added.

It complained that the communal bins were not emptied often enough and were not big enough for the estate’s needs – and broken bins were not repaired or replaced.

The report to the housing management panel said: “Residents have not received any notification as to when this scheme will start and food waste collection bins have not been received.

“Uncollected, rotting food waste could present a serious health hazard for residents, particularly during warmer months.

“Residents are frustrated that, in spite of repeatedly reporting problems around refuse and recycling, no action is taken and there is no observable improvement to the service.”