No legislation for how it is collected
Many of the Island's local authorities are reviewing how they collect recycling.
The majority of commissioners' offer it either through a private contractor or a 'bring bank'.
In some areas residents pay it for themselves because the service isn't offered.
But how do residents feel about the way it's processed on the Island?
Our Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been speaking to people in Douglas:
Abuse towards bus drivers 'will not be tolerated'
Bus Vannin says its staff have a right to do their job without fear of violence, intimidation or discrimination
Mountain Road closed due to snow and ice
DoI to review conditions later this morning
Dog owners and farmers surveyed on sheep worrying
MNFU wants 'honest opinions' as it pushes for stronger legislation
Majority of rates going up for residents across the Island
Two local authorities have opted to reduce theirs for the next financial year
Island resident believes he has Archibald Knox's pet cat
Albert Mills took it about 20 years ago