East Dunbartonshire Council has confirmed the festive bin collection times for residents residing in the local authority.

The dates bins will be collected for those living in towns like Bishopbriggs, Bearsden, Milngavie and Kirkintilloch will be different.

The council has also updated the opening times for Mavis Valley.

Here is what we know about the bin collection times in East Dunbartonshire.

Glasgow Times: The festive period can have a massive impact on bin collection times.The festive period can have a massive impact on bin collection times. (Image: Getty)

What are the bin collection times in East Dunbartonshire this Christmas? 

Here are the bin pick-up times in East Dunbartonshire alongside their usual dates:

Normal collection date: Monday, December 25 (Christmas Day)

Festive collection date: Wednesday, December 28

Normal collection date: Tuesday, December 26 (Boxing Day)

Festive collection date: Thursday, December 28

Normal collection date: Monday, January 1 (New Year's Day)

Festive collection date: Wednesday, January 3

Normal collection date: Tuesday, January 2

Festive collection date: Thursday, January 4

Glasgow Times: East Dunbartonshire Council is operating a collection and pickup service for Christmas trees.East Dunbartonshire Council is operating a collection and pickup service for Christmas trees. (Image: Getty)

When will the Mavis Valley Recycling Centre be closed this Christmas?

The Mavis Valley Refuse and Recycling Centre will be closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year's Day and on January 2.

Over the rest of the festive period, the site will be open Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm and between the hours of 9am and 4:30pm on weekends.

Residents have been reminded that they must book before visiting the council-run refuse centre on the East Dunbartonshire website.

Where can I dispose of my Christmas tree in East Dunbartonshire?

Those wishing to recycle their Christmas tree after the festive season can do so by visiting the William Patrick Library car park, Kirkintilloch, Mavis Valley Recycling Centre, Bishopbriggs and Milngavie Community Education Centre from January 3.

Those wanting their trees picked up by the local authority should contact the Council's Customer Contact Centre on 0300 123 4510 between January 15 and 21.

Speaking of the festive changes, Council leader Gordan Low, said: "We have thoroughly planned our service delivery during the festive season and we'll be working to ensure that disruption to services during this time is kept to a minimum.

"I'd also like to reassure residents that if they have an urgent need there will be Council employees and resources available to provide assistance. Emergency help with Council services will be available at all times by calling 0300 123 4510."