The Executive Cabinet Member for Climate Change and Environment is scheduled to discuss the Bolton Climate Change Strategy, waste collection services, and the procurement of wheeled bins. The meeting will cover the annual report on the climate change strategy, the re-procurement of skip services, and the supply and delivery of both plastic and steel wheeled bins. Here’s a closer look at what the meeting agenda includes:

Bolton Climate Change Strategy Annual Report

The meeting will include a discussion of the Bolton Climate Change Strategy Annual Report 2024-2025. This report is expected to provide an overview of the progress made against the objectives and targets set out in Bolton's Climate Change Strategy.

Bolton Council declared a climate emergency in 2019¹, and the Bolton Climate Change Strategy sets out the council's approach to reducing carbon emissions and adapting to the effects of climate change.

Waste Collection Services

The re-procurement of skip services is on the agenda, with a document provided for review on the Reprocurement of Skip Services. The council is responsible for the collection and disposal of waste from households and businesses in the borough. Skips are often used for larger waste disposal needs, such as during home renovations or construction projects.

Wheeled Bins

The supply and delivery of plastic wheeled bins is scheduled to be discussed, with supporting documentation available in the Supply and Delivery of Plastic Wheeled Bins report. Additionally, the Procurement of 660 and 1100 Litre Steel Wheeled Bins will be discussed. These bins are typically used for commercial waste management.

Other Items

The agenda for the meeting of the Executive Cabinet Member Climate Change and Environment also includes:

• Monitoring of Decisions: A document regarding the Monitoring Climate Change and Environment will be provided.