Decision
Analysis
outcome: Cabinet agrees to continue work to model and prepare for the introduction of a fortnightly residential kerbside residual waste collection model, with a view to implementation by July 2027.
summary: The decision at stake is the introduction of kerbside alternate weekly refuse collections to increase recycling participation and reduce residual waste generated.
topline: The Cabinet has decided to introduce fortnightly kerbside refuse collections to increase recycling and reduce waste.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves changes to waste collection schedules which can impact residents' daily routines and habits.
affected_stakeholders: ["Residents", "Local waste management services"]
contentiousness_score: 5
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://democracy.brighton-hove.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=7648
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: Yes
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose: This report is on increasing recycling participation, and reducing the amounts of residual waste generated, through the introduction of kerbside alternate weekly refuse collections.
Content: This report is on increasing recycling participation, and reducing the amounts of residual waste generated, through the introduction of kerbside alternate weekly refuse collections. 1) Cabinet agrees to continue work to model and prepare for the introduction of a fortnightly residential kerbside residual waste collection model, with a view to implementation by July 2027, subject to operational readiness and a final decision being taken by Cabinet. 2) Cabinet agrees to the investment of £1.3M being made as set out in 3.16 below in order to improve the service in readiness for a change to fortnightly collections and to achieve the associated savings and efficiencies as detailed in this report.
Date of Decision: July 16, 2026