I refer to the letter headlined 'Recycling bins' (South China Morning Post, January 6) from Beatrice Lee of the Body Shop, Hong Kong, on the setting up of more recycling bins in strategic locations in the SAR. As far as waste reduction is concerned, the Provisional Regional Council has assumed a proactive role in supporting the Government in organising various recycling projects. Recent examples are the Plastic Waste Recycling Funding Scheme and the Recycling Bin Design Competition. Setting up recycling bins for the collection of waste paper, plastic bottles and aluminum cans at strategic locations has also been undertaken by the council. We certainly welcome the Body Shop's proposal to expand the current 'deposit bank' system in the Provisional Urban Council area to the Regional Council area. Your reader's initiative will be noted as a symbol of community participation in protecting the environment. We would be pleased if your reader could contact Nelson Ho, Assistant Staff Officer (Cleansing Review), at 2601 8720 to see how we can work together to make our place environmentally friendly. RHONDA LO Senior Staff Officer for Director of Regional Services
