But members of the public have been warned they cannot just turn up at recycling centres to get rid of household hazardous waste in the amnesty events.
They will need to book slots to get rid of rubbish not usually accepted at Norfolk County Council-run tips, such as paint and paint cans, fertilisers, lawn treatments, bleach, weed killer and insecticides.
The Conservative-controlled council introduced the controversial money-saving booking system for its recycling centres in November last year – and it will apply for the hazardous waste days.
It was used for the first time for hazardous household waste events in the spring.
James Bensly, Norfolk County Council cabinet member for environment and waste (Image: Norfolk Conservatives)
James Bensly, the council’s cabinet member for environment and waste, said the system had prevented the long queues which had previously built up at such events.
Mr Bensly said: “It’s great to see the return of household hazardous waste days at Norfolk’s recycling centres.
“Our extra spring events this year were efficient and well-organised, demonstrating the benefits of our booking system.
“No customer waited more than 10 minutes to gain access, with most entering without delay.
“These are free events put on by Norfolk County Council, which give residents across the county the opportunity to safely dispose of hazardous waste items such as flammable liquids or pesticides.
“I encourage anyone with these items to book a free slot.”
The events take place at:
Norwich South: Friday, October 3 and Saturday, October 4
King’s Lynn: Friday, October 10 and Saturday, October 11
Caister: Friday, October 24 and Saturday, October 25
Dereham: Friday, October 31 and Saturday, November 1
Thetford: Friday, November 7 and Saturday, November 8
Hempton: Friday, November 21 and Saturday, November 22
Norwich North: Friday, November 28 and Saturday, November 29
Regular household waste bookings will be suspended at those centres during those events.
Bookings will open a week before each event and can be made at www.norfolk.gov.uk/wasteandrecycling or by calling 0344 800 8020.