| Drivers |
Outcomes |
- Update the Waste Strategy delivery plan
- Government targets for waste and recycling
- Changing legislation, including Simpler Recycling Reforms
- Local policy priorities
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- Deliver the medium-term financial plan
- Meet legislative requirements
- Provide value for money in waste
- Reduce waste, increase re-use and recycling
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| Key milestones and actions |
| 2025 |
2026 |
2027 |
2028 |
2029 |
2030 |
| Dry recycling and food waste for businesses |
Introduction of food waste collections for households |
Collection of soft / flexible plastics |
Review / extend Dry Mixed Recycling contract |
Develop and consult on new Waste Strategy |
Approve and publish new waste strategy |
| Disposable vapes ban |
Emissions Trading Scheme monitoring and mobilization |
New Waste Disposal contract begins |
Emissions Trading Scheme full launch. |
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New Recycling contract commences |
| New recycling contract commences |
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Deposit Return Scheme commences |
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| Extended Producer Responsibility launch |
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| Complete HWRC feasibility study |
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| Open re-use shop |
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Ongoing actions will include targeted campaign work, promotion of the waste hierarchy, action plans on circular economy and emission trading scheme, and further resident engagement activities.
