Council snow update: Bin collections going ahead, cemeteries closed and outdoor football cancelled

Council has advised of some minor disruption to its services today as a result of the adverse weather conditions.
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While Council Bin Collection Services are operating, some disruption is anticipated.

Council is advising residents to leave their bin out for collection as normal, however some bins may not be emptied today but they will be emptied as conditions improve later in the week.

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This is in the interest of health and safety for crews and the public.

Snow has been falling for much of the morning and afternoon across the north west.Snow has been falling for much of the morning and afternoon across the north west.
Snow has been falling for much of the morning and afternoon across the north west.
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Cemeteries will be closed to the public and will only open to facilitate burials which will go ahead as normal.

Council recycling centres are open and are currently operational with extreme caution –with the exception of Donemana, which remains closed.

In terms of outdoor sports pitches outdoor bookings on Tuesday have been cancelled. The 3G at Brooke Park, Bishop’s Field, Caw and Kilfennan and the track at Templemore are all closed. All outdoor pitches including those at the Waterside Shared Village, the Foyle Arena and Brandywell are closed.

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