Council Confirms District Food Waste Plans
Lewes District Council has confirmed that food waste will not be deposited and transferred in Newhaven. Instead, the council will partner with a specialist waste and recycling management company near Lewes.
"I know this news will be welcomed by the residents who were concerned.
"As promised, we listened and paused so we could reflect on the previous plans and consider all our options. During the pause a new site arose which will better meet the needs of the district and means we will not bring food waste into Newhaven.
"We remain committed to increasing levels of recycling in the district, including composting food waste, so I'm delighted that we have been able to identify an alternative site to make this happen."
The 'satellite' site in Newhaven will now only see the electric vehicles parked up for charging (including new electricity substation), cycle racks installed for staff, and container storage for wheelie bins. Work will also take place to reinforce site security, alongside improved landscaping and site management.
A new planning application has been submitted and is awaiting validation.
Councillor Maples added:
"I'm always grateful to hear what residents think. Listening to residents and taking time for a re-think has come good and I am really pleased we've been able to find a positive alternative solution to a key decision that is integral to our sustainability and carbon emission reduction targets."
More information about the updated proposals is available at lewes-eastbourne.gov.uk/SatelliteDepotFAQs.
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