New Wiltshire recycling centre expected to open by autumn 2029
Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 22 Oct, 06:00 · Archive
A new recycling centre for north Wiltshire is expected to open no later than autumn 2029.
Wiltshire Council announced in July that land immediately south of its existing salt depot in Royal Wootton Bassett emerged as the only suitable location from a search to replace the Purton and Lower Compton household recycling centres. An update on the scheme will go before the Royal Wootton Bassett and Cricklade Area Board on 28 October.
The authority considered 21 potential locations against criteria including size, road access, ownership, availability and suitability for development. However, the latest report stresses that no final decision has been made. The location is not the former Highways depot closest to the canal, with a location plan now being produced.
A feasibility study will include traffic assessments and modelling, environmental and social impacts, engineering work, operational capacity, financial viability and planning, legal and regulatory issues. That work is expected to run until March 2027 alongside preparation of a business case. Subject to the findings and future approvals, design work would then begin, followed by a planning application and the appointment of a contractor.
The council's current programme envisages the new recycling centre being operational no later than autumn 2029, although it says it is looking for ways of delivering it more quickly and cost-effectively.
How it is being reported
- Opening date for new recycling centre revealedAn opening date for a new recycling centre planned for north Wiltshire has been revealed.Swindon Advertiser · 22 Oct, 05:00
- Opening date for new recycling centre revealedAn opening date for a new recycling centre planned for north Wiltshire has been revealed.Wiltshire Times · 22 Oct, 05:00
- Opening date for new recycling centre revealedAn opening date for a new recycling centre planned for north Wiltshire has been revealed.Gazette & Herald · 22 Oct, 05:00
In this story: Wiltshire Council · Royal Wootton Bassett · Purton · Lower Compton · Marlborough Road
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