Issue details

To inform Defra of any change to implementation deadlines for domestic food waste

Decision type: Non-key

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Notice of proposed decision first published: 06/03/2026

Decision due: 4 Mar 2026 by Portfolio Holder for Decarbonisation, Communications, ICT, Refuse Collection, Recycling, Street Sweeping, Street Bins and Dog Bins

Department: Environmental Services

Contact: Mark Mathews, Head of Environmental Services Email: mmathews@fenland.gov.uk, Carol Pilson, Corporate Director and Monitoring Officer Email: cpilson@fenland.gov.uk.

Background Documents: https://www.fenland.gov.uk/localgov/mgAi.aspx?ID=10212 https://www.fenland.gov.uk/localgov/ieListDocuments.aspx?CId=136&MeetingId=2986

Delegated Power Being Exercised: Delegated authority CAB65/24 to the Portfolio Holder for Refuse and Recycling, Parks and Open Spaces to inform Defra of any change to implementation deadlines should this be required if there are delays to the delivery of these containers, or other essential equipment such as vehicles.

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