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Unwanted mail
To reduce the amount of unwanted mail through your letterbox there are several things you can do:-
- Register with the Mailing Preference Service to stop receiving addressed advertising mail like credit card applications
- To stop unaddressed, unsolicited marketing mail contact the Royal Mail (email: mediacentre.customer.service@royalmail.co.uk )and the Direct Marketing Association (UK) Ltd
- Be aware when giving your name and address; ensure you indicate you DON'T want your details to be used for future promotions or passed to other marketing agencies.
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Re-paint
Donate left-over paint to your local charity. To find your nearest scheme visit www.communityrepaint.org.uk
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“Your rubbish is another person’s treasure!”
Contact your local Furniture Re-use Network - they distribute unwanted furniture and household goods to those in need. Or advertise your old furniture using websites like www.vskips.co.uk or www.uk.freecycle.org/ .
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Avoid food waste
About one third of the food we buy gets thrown away and most of this could have been eaten. To find out useful tips on the storage of food, tantalising recipes and advice on portioning, visit www.lovefoodhatewaste.com
