Free period product trial

Free period products

We have teamed up again with 'Hey Girls' (link opens in new window), a social enterprise that produces environmentally-friendly period products. If you live in Belfast, you can sign up to receive free reusable, non-plastic period products.

Period waste

This project will focus on period waste. Every year, the disposal of single use menstrual products such as tampons, pads and applicators generates 200,000 tonnes of waste in the UK. 

Plastic in landfill waste

Plastic in landfill waste

Single use menstrual products usually contain plastic – some can be made of up to 90 per cent plastic. Each household in Belfast produces almost four kilograms of hygiene product waste on average every year. This waste goes straight to landfill.

How to order home packs of reusable period products

The scheme is open to all residents living in the Belfast City Council area. For more information on ordering these free products, go to Belfast home packs (link opens in new window). Orders will be processed on a first- come, first-served basis.

Terms and conditions for ordering reusable period products

• Only one home pack will be allowed per email address.
• To participate, you must live within the boundaries of the Belfast City Council area.
• To participate, you must be aged 16 or older or your parent or legal guardian can apply for you. If they apply on your behalf, we will use our discretion on how many packs will be allowed for the household.
• From the date you order a pack, it may take six to eight weeks before you receive the pack.
• The scheme will run on a ‘first come, first served’ basis.
• The scheme is subject to availability and can be withdrawn at any time.
• Participation in this scheme is considered a ‘one off’ and does not constitute any commitment to future support.
• If we can’t fulfil your order, we will email you within 28 days of you making the order.
• We reserve the right to limit the number of items per household.
• To opt out at any time, email Environmental Outreach.

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  Read our privacy notice for this scheme.