Issue details

Introduction of kerbside glass recycling utilising the existing green (dry recycling) bin

Authority to direct award a contract to HW Martin Ltd., as the current provider of the green bin recycling sort contract, for the collection of glass at the kerbside as an additional material to the existing dry recycling bin on a trial basis.  The trial will help inform LCCs ability to meet DEFRA’s (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) new ‘Simpler Recycling’ requirements.

Decision type: Key Decision

Reason Key: Affects more than 1 ward;

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Notice of proposed decision first published: 29/02/2024

Decision due: Before 29 Mar 2024 by Director of Communities, Housing & Environment

Lead director: Director of Communities, Housing & Environment

Department: Communities, Housing and Environment

Contact: Rosie Harvey, Business Officer Environmental Services 0113 3786352 Email: Rosie.harvey@leeds.gov.uk.

Consultation process

The relevant Executive Board Member and Chair of Scrutiny have been consulted individually.

A briefing and FAQ document have been circulated to all Councillors

Consultees

Councillor James Lewis

Councillor Mohammed Rafique

Councillor Stewart Golton

Decisions