Changes to the opening days of some recycling and household waste sites (RHWS) in Leicestershire will come into effect from the first week of October.
The changes, which were agreed by Leicestershire County Council’s Cabinet in May following two public consultations – in which feedback from residents played an important part in modifying the original plans - will save £300,000 per year.
From the week beginning 30th September Somerby RHWS will close permanently.
The Melton site in Lake Terrace will remain open for the same number of days a week but Melton’s opening days will be Mon-Wed & Sat-Sun, closed on Thurs-Fri.
Residents are urged to check the Council's website for the updated opening days and times before setting off on their journey.
Melton's Recycling and Household Waste site in Lake Terrace. Photo: NEMM
The changes to the operation of the recycling and household waste sites have been made in response to the ongoing financial pressures faced by Leicestershire County Council, including a budget gap of £85m by 2028 due to spiralling costs and a growing demand on services.
Councillor Blake Pain, cabinet member for the environment and green agenda, said: “The new arrangements for the operation of our recycling and household waste sites balance the needs of our residents alongside our need to save money. The £300,000 per year savings that we can make in this area will help to reduce our budget gap.
“We held two public consultations and listened to what people in the county who use these sites had to say. The feedback we received from the public was vital in revising and shaping our final proposals and I’m grateful for everyone’s input.
“Regretfully, we do recognise that the loss of Somerby will have an impact on people who use the site, but Melton Mowbray is an alternative site a relatively short drive away and will be open five days a week.”
All details can be found at www.leicestershire.gov.uk/waste.
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