Purpose

• On 25 November 2021, Cabinet approved
the adoption of the three weekly residual collections with twin
stream recycling service as the new waste collection model to
support residents to increase recycling.
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• This model was the preferred option from the public
consultation, offered the best value for money, delivered the
highest modelled recycling rates and was the lowest carbon
option.
• On 21 July, Cabinet approved the procurement of the new
service subject to finalisation of the service specification and to
negotiate a short-term extension to the existing waste collection
contract to mitigate the risk of vehicle procurement lead times and
the mobilisation period.
• The re-procurement process is currently live and the new
service is due to commence in summer 2024.
• The new waste strategy and waste collection model is
strongly aligned to the future requirement within the Environment
Act 2021.
• Following the Royal Assent of the Environment Act 2021,
there have been significant delays in secondary legislation. This
has resulted in delayed government confirmation and the resulting
New Burden contributions required enabling the introduction of the
new requirements.
• A deed of Variation has been agreed with our current
provider, FCC Environment, to extend the current collection service
until July 2024, with a further option to extend to 31st August
2024.