Council 'rule' over 'wrong' bin handle direction 'could see rubbish left behind'
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“Local officials have warned residents that their trash may not be collected if their wheelie bin handles are not facing a specific direction. The rule has caused confusion among locals regarding waste disposal requirements.”
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