All of Fife’s recycling centres are to be closed for at least the next seven days.
The decision applies to the sites at Cowdenbeath, Cupar, Dalgety Bay, Dunfermline, Glenrothes, Kirkcaldy, Ladybank, Lochgelly, Methil, Pittenweem and St Andrews.
A council spokesperson said: “Given the ongoing situation and impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this information will be updated with further advice on disposal of household waste when available.
“We thank you for your co-operation and understanding.”
The decision comes in spite of concerns earlier this week about people fly-tipping their waste outside recycling centres which were effectively forced to close due to staff shortages.
Bin collections are continuing but with a focus on landfill waste – blue bins – in particular. Bulky waste uplifts have been suspended until further notice.
