Are you happy with Central Beds Waste Strategy?
Central Bedfordshire County Council are inviting you to have your say on a new Waste Strategy which will shape how waste and recycling is managed across the area for the next 25 years.
The draft Waste Strategy sets out a long-term vision for a cleaner, greener and more sustainable Central Bedfordshire, covering the period from 2026 to 2051.
The strategy affects every household in Central Bedfordshire. It provides information about:
- Services that we must deliver and how we will do this
- Kerbside collections; specifically glass, metal, plastic, paper and card, food and garden waste from all households *
- Household Waste and Recycling Centre (HWRC) services and ensuring that they are fit for the future
- Being ready for national changes to waste legislation and regulation*
- (* Objectives or measures driven by Government policies and legislation. Local authorities only have a duty to collect garden waste if the household has requested the service and paid any related charges.)
The strategy is built around three core objectives:
- To reduce the amount of non-recyclable waste produced, collected and treated
- To maximise reuse, repurposing, recycling and composting
- To deliver effective, cost-efficient and compliant services that are robust, reliable and resilient to change
The consultation will run from 3 September to 14 October 2025 and is open to all residents, businesses, schools and community organisations in Central Bedfordshire.
Participants can:
Read the full strategy and background information online
Complete the online consultation to share their views on the proposals
Attend local drop-in events to speak with council officers and ask any questions
We’re particularly interested in hearing your thoughts on the proposed changes, what support you need to reduce waste or recycle more and any local initiatives it could support or learn from. All feedback will be carefully reviewed and used to refine the final Waste Strategy.
To take part and find out about the local drop-in events, click the button below:
Draft Waste Strategy Consultation
More from Bee Local
- Santa Approves Generous Donations
Crowds gathered Christmas Eve for a memorable community event on Leighton Buzzard High Street After visiting the streets of Leighton Linslade on nineteen occasions in December, plus a couple of Supermarket stops Santa finished his visit to the area at the memorable Carol Singing & Lantern Parade Event in the town centre on Christmas Eve.… Read more: Santa Approves Generous Donations - SLOW COOKER WINTER WARMERS LOCALLY SOURCED
Comfort food you can make with ingredients from right here in Leighton Buzzard January is the season of cosy nights, warm kitchens and comfort food that practically cooks itself. Slow cookers are perfect for stretching your food budget, reducing waste and filling your home with the smell of something wonderful bubbling away all day. Even… Read more: SLOW COOKER WINTER WARMERS LOCALLY SOURCED - Family Days Out in Bedfordshire
Leighton Buzzard is perfectly placed for a range of family days out in Bedfordshire that suit every budget. Whether you enjoy walks in the countryside, encounters with animals, or anything else, there’s something for everyone all year round. Here are a few places to take your family on a fun day out. Cheap and Cheerful… Read more: Family Days Out in Bedfordshire - Dog of the Month Diesel Needs An Active Home
This cute little lad is Diesel! A typical active terrier who was born in May 2016 and is stilllively and full of fun. Diesel loves people and walks well on the lead, but can be a bit shoutyaround other dogs so he will need owners willing to carry on his training. We think he wouldsuit… Read more: Dog of the Month Diesel Needs An Active Home - The double Olivier Award-winning smash hit production comes to Milton Keynes
MK Theatre from Tue 10 – Sat 14 Feb as part of a new UK Tour. New Adventures is delighted to bring Matthew Bourne’s double Olivier award-winning,smash hit production of The Red Shoes to Milton Keynes Theatre, from Tue 10 – Sat 14Feb as part of a UK tour. The CastPlaying Victoria Page are Ashley… Read more: The double Olivier Award-winning smash hit production comes to Milton Keynes
