Recycling centre’s back in operation
Bath Recycling Centre has reopen after four months of closure - but only for two days a week.
The majority of recycling centres in the area have already fully reopened, and until now Bath locals have been forced to travel to Keynsham or Midsomer Norton to dispose of their waste.
But the Midland Road facility reopened on Saturday on an appointment-only basis, Bath and North East Somerset Council has said. It has also been confirmed that the centre will initially only open on Saturdays and Sundays due to staffing issues, but the council aims to return to a seven day-aweek service shortly.
Councillor David Wood, joint cabinet member for climate emergency and neighbourhood services, said: “The appointment system at Old Welton has already proved successful and it’s a system that is needed at the small Midland Road site so we can avoid traffic congestion and make sure there’s enough room for social distancing.
“The site will return to its normal weekend hours for now, but we will aim to bring back a seven-day-a week service after two weeks.
“In the meantime, extended operating hours are still in operation at the Keynsham site and weekday appointments can also be booked at Old Welton.”
Bath Recycling Centre’s weekend opening hours are: Saturday, 9am 3.45pm and Sunday, 9am - 1pm. Residents will be able to select a day and a time slot by visiting https://beta.bathnes.gov.uk/bathrecycling-centre
Bath Recycling Centre is reopening under the following terms:
■ Residents make full use of kerbside services
■ Vehicles not booked in will be turned away from the site
■ Proof of booking and residency checks will be carried out
■ Residents will be limited to two bookings in a seven-day periodvisitors will be required to maintain social distancing and stay 2 metres apart from other users
■ Staff will not be able to assist people unloading their vehicles
■ Only one person should unload each vehicle unless assistance is required for a heavy item. This assistance must be from someone who has travelled with you
■ The centre cannot accept items for reuse such as textiles and shoes ■ The number plate system used for access to Pixash Lane Recycling Centre in Keynsham is to remain in use and the site will continue to offer extended operating hours. No booking is required here. Mondays - Fridays: 8am-6pm Saturdays: 8am-3.45pm: Sundays: 8am - 1pm