For Cabinet to agree and recommend an updated waste collection system to Council for domestic waste collection in Fenland that provides for the legislative changes resulting from the Environment Act 2021 as they commence from 30 March 2026.
To agree the addition of weekly domestic food in Fenland from 30 March 2026 for residential properties, and food waste collections from domestic communal collection points at flats and similar during the subsequent 6 months.
In line with Simpler Recycling, to agree the continued collection of the legally required recycling materials from domestic premises as a comingled collection and agree the updated TEEP statemen as required by DEFRA.
To approve updated Waste Service Standards that allow for these changes in legislation.
To delegate the urgent procurement of required containers to the appropriate director in consultation with the portfolio holder.
Decision type: Non-key - Low
Decision status: Recommendations Approved