Cloth nappy scheme

About the cloth nappy scheme

Disposable nappies and wipes cannot be recycled. They must go in the general waste bin, so if you have a small baby in your household, nappies and wipes will make up a significant proportion of rubbish.

By swapping to cloth nappies and reusable wipes, parents can dramatically reduce the amount of waste they put in general waste bins and send to landfill.

We are offering parents in Belfast the opportunity to try washable nappies for free for two weeks, as well as offering a £30 refund on the cost of buying reusable nappies.

This scheme is subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time.

Free two-week trial

We are working with ‘The Library Group’ to offer parents a free two week trial.

They will provide you with all you need to give washable nappies a go and the pack also includes reusable wipes. This will help you decide if they are right for you.

A representative from the library will contact you to discuss your requirements, explain how the trial works and arrange a date and time for the nappy pack to be delivered to your home and collected after the trial period ends.

Apply for two-week trial online

Or you can request an application form by emailing wasteeducation@belfastcity.gov.uk.

Refund scheme

If you decide to use reusable nappies or reusable wipes, or both, you can apply for a £30 refund. You must spend £50 or more on washable nappies or wipes, excluding accessories. Parents can buy them from any retailer of their choice, including online retailers.

To claim your refund, you will need to complete an application form and return it, along with the original receipt(s).

You can ask for a refund by completing our online form.

Or you can request an application form by emailing wasteeducation@belfastcity.gov.uk.

Scheme terms and conditions

1. The child must be a permanent resident within the Belfast City Council boundary.
2. The nappy trial period lasts two weeks and nappies must be returned at the end of the trial.
3. If taking part in the trial, a representative from ‘The Library Group’ will contact you to arrange your trial.
4. Applicants must spend at least £50 on washable nappies and/or reusable wipes (not including accessories) to be eligible for cash back.
5. Cash back cannot be paid without the original, itemised receipts(s) which include date of purchase.
6. The nappies or wipes must have been bought within six months of making the refund application.
7. Participation in the nappy trial and refund scheme is considered to be a ‘one-off’ and does not constitute any commitment to future support.
8. Nappy trials and refunds will be arranged on a first-come, first-served basis.
9. Only one nappy trial and one refund application per household.
10. Belfast City Council may ask you to provide feedback or complete a follow-up questionnaire.
11. The schemes are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time.