North Yorkshire council plans to remove mini recycling centres
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 18 Oct, 06:08 · Archive
North Yorkshire Council has approved phased removal of mini recycling centres in the Malton area following reduced usage.
North Yorkshire Council has approved the phased removal of mini recycling centres in the Malton locality. The facilities affected include those in Helmsley, Kirby, Malton, Norton, Pickering and Ampleforth. The council says the introduction of improved household recycling collections has significantly reduced demand for the mini recycling centres. Figures show the amount of recyclable material collected at the sites fell by 37 per cent, from 156.1 tonnes in 2024/25 to 98.8 tonnes in 2025/26.
No decision has been made to close recycling centres outside the Malton area, though the council may review the role and effectiveness of mini recycling centres in other localities following the completion of the countywide kerbside recycling service. Any future proposals would be considered separately, taking into account recycling volumes, running costs, the condition of equipment and the availability of alternative collections.
Six councillors have challenged the decision, questioning whether the closures could set a precedent for the removal of similar facilities elsewhere in the county.
How it is being reported
- North Yorkshire recycling centres could face closureMini recycling centres in North Yorkshire could face closure.The Press (York) · 18 Oct, 05:00
- North Yorkshire recycling centres could face closureMini recycling centres in North Yorkshire could face closure.Gazette & Herald (Malton) · 18 Oct, 05:00
In this story: North Yorkshire Council · North Yorkshire · Malton · Helmsley · Pickering
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