Belfast has recorded its highest ever recycling rate, according to new figures.

In 2013-14, the city's recycling rate has reached 40%, putting the council on course to achieve its 45% recycling target for 2014-15.

Councillor Steven Corr, Chair of Belfast City Council's Health and Environmental Services Committee, said: "I think it's important that we acknowledge the efforts of Belfast residents in helping us to achieve this recycling rate which is our best yet and up 6% on the previous year.

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"The majority of residents have really got behind our recycling initiatives. We've been really pleased with the response and would like to thank residents for their recycling efforts.

"Waste management is an issue for every council as the EU tightens its legislation around landfill quotas so it's really important that we build on this success and continue to recycle as much as possible."

(CD/JP)