Larne man features in 'Buffest Binman' calendar in aid of FareShare charity
The UK’s Buffest Binmen have been crowned after a nationwide search – including one winner from Larne.
Andrew Ferguson is one of 12 waste workers from around the UK to feature in a 2026 charity calendar created by waste management experts, BusinessWaste.co.uk, with profits going to charity FareShare.
FareShare works to redistribute surplus food to charities that turn it into meals.
Every £1 raised can provide five meals.
The competition aimed to shine a light on waste workers, who are often overlooked, while also keeping it light-hearted and fun and raising much-needed funds for charity.
It was open to anyone working in the waste sector - anyone of all ages, genders, and locations across the UK.
An internal voting panel was used to select the 12 winners. While physical appearance did play a part, it wasn’t the only quality that was considered. The winners were also chosen based on their personality, enthusiasm for the job, and pride in their work.
“I am proud to be a bin lorry driver as I enjoy meeting customers, getting out and about, and also contributing to the great difference my company is making to the waste environment here in Northern Ireland,” said Andrew, who features on the January page of the calendar.
The calendar is now on sale, and orders can be placed on the BusinessWaste.co.uk website.
It features exclusive images of the 12 winners, along with details on their names, locations, ages, and why they are proud to work in the waste industry.
Mark Hall, waste management expert and co-owner of BusinessWaste.co.uk, said: “Our nation’s bin workers don’t get the appreciation that they deserve, and this calendar is all about celebrating them. It’s been brilliant to see so much buzz around the competition online, and we only hope it will continue a conversation that shines a light on our bin workers and showcases how much we rely on them to keep our streets clean.”
Graham Kelly, Head of Fundraising at FareShare UK added: “Thank you so much for supporting FareShare. Your generous fundraising will help us get good-to-eat food to the people who need it rather than going to waste. Every day, food from FareShare is redistributed to over 8,000 charities across the UK, including homelessness shelters, after-school clubs, refuges, and older people’s lunch clubs.”