To inform Defra of any change to implementation deadlines for domestic food waste.
October 2, 2025 Portfolio Holder for Decarbonisation, Communications, ICT, Refuse Collection, Recycling, Street Sweeping, Street Bins and Dog Bins (Cabinet member) Approved View on council websiteFull council record
Content
To delay the delivery and implementation of domestic food
waste service by 2 months, with dedicated flatted and communal collection properties to follow
this in a planned manner.
Reasons for the decision
Delays to the delivery of food
waste collection vehicles due to current demand.
Alternative options considered
Temporary hire of vehicles was
discounted due to costs, availability and lack of in-cab
systems.
Details
| Outcome | Recommendations Approved |
| Decision date | 2 Oct 2025 |