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Spectacles

You cannot put old spectacles or glasses in your household recycling bin; however, you can donate them to charity.

  • Ask your optician if they collect old spectacles. Many do - they are donated to charities who send them to developing countries.
  • Some charities such as Marie Curie will accept unwanted spectacles at their shops.
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