Reusable period products

Free period products

In partnership with social enterprise Hey Girls, we are offering free reusable, plastic-free period products to residents aged 16 and over. This initiative supports the Period Dignity Community Initiative, tackling both period poverty and plastic waste. 

What’s included?

Each free period pack contains reusable products made from organic cotton and OEKO-TEX certified bamboo- completely free from plastic. 

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How to get reusable period products

Initially launched in council-owned facilities, the scheme has expanded to include: 

• Social supermarkets 
• Foodbanks 
• Community and voluntary sector partners 

If you live in the Belfast City Council area and are aged 16 or over, you can apply for a free home pack of reusable period products. You can order these free products from the Hey Girl's website (link opens in new window). Orders are processed on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Why choose reusable period products?

Environmental Impact 

• The UK generates 200,000 tonnes of menstrual product waste each year. 
• Many single-use products contain up to 90 per cent plastic. 
• In Belfast, each household produces nearly 4kg of hygiene waste annually - most of which ends up in landfill. 

Cost savings 

Reusable products can significantly reduce the cost of managing periods, which can reach up to £492 per year. 

Reusable period products terms and conditions

• One pack per email address. 
• You must live within the Belfast City Council area. 
• You must be 16 or older, or have a parent or guardian apply on your behalf. 
• Delivery may take 6 to 8 weeks. 
• Subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time. 
• This is a one-time offer and does not guarantee future support. 
• If your order cannot be fulfilled, you’ll be notified within 28 days. 
• The council reserves the right to limit the number of items per household. 

To opt out, email environmentaloutreach@belfastcity.gov.uk.

Privacy notice

Belfast City Council is the data controller for this scheme. Your personal data will be used only to manage your application and will be shared with Hey Girls for delivery purposes. It will not be shared with other departments or third parties unless legally required. 

You can withdraw your consent at any time by emailing wasteeducation@belfastcity.gov.uk. 

For data protection queries, contact: 
Data Protection Officer 
Belfast City Council, City Hall, Belfast, BT1 5GS 
Email: dataprotection@belfastcity.gov.uk