CBC Press Release dated 26th February 2013.
As we look at ways of saving money on our household bills many of us aren’t aware that food waste not only hits us in the pocket - around £50 a month - but has a serious impact on the environment too.
To highlight this and other food waste-related issues Central Bedfordshire Council’s Waste Minimisation team are holding ‘Love Food Hate Waste’ exhibitions across the area during February, March and April.
Cllr Brian Spurr, Executive Member for Sustainable Communities Services at the council said: "Food waste is a major issue in the UK. We throw away over 7 million tonnes of food and drink per year, most of which could have been eaten. By making some small and simple changes to the way we shop, prepare and eat food, we can reduce the amount of food we throw away and save ourselves a lot of money."
Among the giveaways at the exhibitions will be Love Food Hate Waste recipe and tip cards, portion and shopping planners as well as a chance to win a shopping voucher from a supermarket of your choice.
The exhibition will be at the following venues:
* Biggleswade Library, Chestnut Avenue - Monday 25 February - Friday 15 March.
* Sandy Library, Market Square - Monday 18 March - Friday 5 April
* Leighton Buzzard Library, Lake Street - Monday 8 - Friday 19 April
Please check our website for individual library opening times at
If you would like any further information on food waste or local recycling schemes please contact the Waste Minimisation team on 0300 300 8302 or visit
For more hints and tips on how to reduce food waste see:
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