North Lanarkshire's Provost and litter clean-up groups given tour of Viridor's recycling, resource and waste management facility

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North Lanarkshire's Provost joined local littering clean-up groups for a tour of Viridor's recycling, resource and waste management facility in Bargeddie.The visit aimed to highlight the importance of recycling and waste management in the community.Provost Kenneth Duffy and the groups were given a comprehensive overview of Viridor's operations, showcasing the company's commitment to turning waste into valuable resources.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

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