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Wiltshire recycling centre plans proceed despite HGV concerns

Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 9 Nov, 12:04 · Archive

Wiltshire Council is pressing ahead with plans for a new recycling centre in Royal Wootton Bassett despite questions from residents and councillors about lorry access.

Plans for a new recycling centre in Royal Wootton Bassett remain on course after residents and councillors questioned the council over HGV access and the project timetable. Thirty-three people attended the Royal Wootton Bassett and Cricklade Area Board meeting on 28 October to hear the latest on the proposed household recycling centre, which would be located south of the salt depot off Marlborough Road.

The facility is intended eventually to replace the existing Purton and Lower Compton recycling centres. Wiltshire Council is currently aiming to have it operating no later than autumn 2029.

Cllr Ian Thorn, leader of Wiltshire Council, said questions at the meeting focused mainly on the timing of the search for a site and the arrangements for lorries and HGVs using the proposed facility. He stated that 'no new concerns were raised by councillors or residents that would alter the council's plans' and that 'any matters relating to site access and traffic movements will continue to be considered as part of the ongoing feasibility work'.

The feasibility work is due to include traffic assessments and modelling alongside engineering, environmental, planning and financial studies. The feasibility study is expected to be completed by March 2027, before design work and a planning application proceed, subject to its findings.

The meeting also heard questions about the booking system being trialled at Purton, Lower Compton and four other Wiltshire recycling centres.

Wiltshire recycling centre plans proceed despite HGV concerns
Image: Wiltshire Times

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In this story: Wiltshire Council · Royal Wootton Bassett · Ian Thorn · Purton · Lower Compton · Marlborough Road

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