DECISION

That the frequency of garden waste collections be reduced from 23 to 20 per season by stopping monthly collections in December, January, and February from 2023/24 onwards be approved.

Reason:

To maintain a price freeze for the 2023/24 season at a time when customers are facing rising prices with the cost of living. The resulting service will continue to recover the costs of service; reflect the seasonal usage of the majority of customers; reduce fuel consumption and so contribute positively to reduce carbon emissions; as well as improving overall operational efficiency of the waste collection service.