Local authorities have been told to move to weekly food waste collections by April 2026.

The scheme ensures the council's compliance with rules stating food waste must be collected separately.

Faversham's Katie Newton from Wasted Kitchen and nutrition expert Virginia Hills are joining forces.

Residents will be able to take away free surplus food at the Westgate Hotel on Botley Road from 17 March.

Cornwall Council officials say recycling rates have already improved since the new system was launched last year.

Project40Seven won a Make a Difference Award last year and nominations are open for 2025.

Recycling rates are rising under the new system for collecting Cornwall's household waste.

BBC Young Reporter Isabella visits a charity in Barnsley to see how they're recycling unwanted food.