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:
Pothole Patrol: DOI explains road repair process
15 January is 'National Pothole Day'
Deadline looms for manx.net users to register account
Any email addresses not reactivated will be deleted on 21 April
GNAAS 'confident' it can retain contract with Manx Care
Charity hopes it can make the healthcare provider an 'offer it can't refuse'
Manx Youth Bard: 'I say just go for it!'
Hunt is on for the eighth young poet to take on role
LVA says changes to wage structure can create challenges
The association is calling for greater engagement with government