Issue - meetings

Recycling Bags

Meeting: 04/10/2011 - Cabinet (Item 9)

Minutes:

Background:

This report provided details of proposals to continue to issue the single use clear sacks to work alongside the reusable bags. The report explained the current system in terms of kerbside recycling collection and the operational issues arising as a consequence. Three options had been developed in terms of how the service could continue which were detailed in paragraph 3 of the report. The report also provided details of the financial implications regarding the continuation of the service.

Details of a Diversity Impact Assessment regarding the twin stream recycling service was attached as Appendix 3 to the report. The screening form stated that it was not necessary to proceed to a full assessment.

Decision number:	Decision:
131/2011	The Cabinet approved Option 1, as set out in paragraph 3.1 of the report, to enable the continuation of the issue of clear sacks.
132/2011	The Cabinet instructed the Director of Regeneration, Community and Culture to report further on options for containing the anticipated overspending in 2011/12 as part of the revenue monitoring process.

Reasons:

This provides the Council with a sustainable approach for recycling collection services, enabling the Council to continue to encourage and increase recycling rates whilst providing best value for money.