RESIDENTS have been thanked for sticking to the rules at recycling centres in Wrexham.

Wrexham Council's household waste recycling centres at Bryn Lane, Plas Madoc and Brymbo reopened earlier this month.

A spokesman for the authority said: "We just want to say a big thank you to everyone for sticking to the rules, and helping to keep everyone safe.

"Only visit our sites if you really need to, and remember to book in advance if you want to visit the Brymbo site (call 01978 660796).

The council has also clarified why is is unable to collect loose cardboard. A spokesman explained: "When it comes to collecting your waste and recycling, our priority is to keep you and our refuse crews safe.

"We have very strict hygiene precautions in place, but we need your help with some of these.

"For example, our operatives can’t touch any of your recyclables - so they can’t pick up loose cardboard.

"If you have extra cardboard to recycle, it must be in a container that our crews can empty straight into the correct vehicle compartment."