Cumberland Council is inviting residents to have their say and play a key role in developing the future of Cumberland’s Waste Services.
Following the Local Government Reorganisation, it became evident that a re-evaluation of the three separate waste collections previously managed by individual district councils was necessary. The aim is to streamline current collections, ensuring a uniform service across the Cumberland area, involve the public so that they can be proud of the service and ensure waste will be collected consistently in a sustainable, effective and efficient way.
As part of the council’s commitment to meeting the needs of residents, fulfilling the council plan, and complying with legislation, Cumberland Council is embarking on a comprehensive review of waste services. This inclusive review involves collaboration with Cumberland Council employees, Councillors, Trade Unions, and, of course, valued residents.
The council is asking for residents to help them, by either completing an online survey, which should take around five minutes to complete, or by attending one of the drop-in roadshows:
Wednesday 21 February 3.30pm – 6.30pm Longtown Community Centre
Saturday 24 February 10.00am – 2.00pm Workington Market
Saturday 24 February 11.00am – 3.00pm Carlisle Library
Wednesday 28 February 10.00am – 2.00pm Tesco in Millom
Monday 4 March 3.30pm – 6.30pm Brampton Community Centre
Friday 8 March 10.00am – 2.00pm Wigton Market
Wednesday 13 March 10.00am – 2.00pm Booths Keswick
Saturday 16 March 10.00am – 3.00pm Whitehaven Entrepreneurs Market
During these roadshows, people will have the opportunity to interact with the council’s knowledgeable staff, discussing waste services and discovering ways to enhance recycling habits. Paper copies of the survey will be available at the road shows, some information banners on recycling, and a couple of interactive games to make the attendance experience even more enjoyable.
Councillor Denise Rollo, Cumberland Council’s Executive Member for Sustainable, Resilient and Connected Places, said:
“We would like to encourage our residents to complete the online survey, which will take around five minutes to complete, this way we can listen to the comments and really focus on what residents want for the future of waste collections.
“This proactive approach shows the council's dedication to understanding the diverse needs and expectations of its residents, ensuring that the resulting waste collection service is not only effective but also reflective of the unique requirements of the Cumberland community.
“With a total of nine roadshows spread across the Cumberland patch, our aim is to ensure a well-distributed and diverse attendance of residents. We look forward to welcoming as many people as possible to these events, fostering a mix of outlooks and insights”.