PEOPLE are being asked to share Christmas leftover tips to help reduce the estimated 16,500 tonnes of waste food that west Londoners will throw out during the festive period.

The West London Waste Authority has launched a competition for residents to swap their best recipes for leftovers, with prizes of up to £100 to spend in a sustainable restaurant or a hamper full of eco goodies up for grabs.

To take part, send in a recipe for either a starter, main meal or dessert using at least two items of Christmas dinner leftovers.

The closing date for entries is January 23, 2011.

Recipes with full instructions can be sent to info@westlondonwaste.gov.uk or by post to Waste Minimisation Co-ordinator, WLWA, Mogden Works, Mogden Lane, Isleworth, Middlesex TW7 7LP.

Entries should include your name, address and contact information, details of what you had for Christmas dinner, and a photo of you with your leftovers meal (optional).

Visit www.westlondonwaste.gov.uk for competition terms and conditions.