Have your say on waste site proposals

There’s still time for people to have their say on plans to redevelop Whetstone Recycling and Household Waste Site (RHWS).

The County Council proposals include giving the site a modern makeover by creating a new waste disposal area, which will include easy access skips, for the public to use.

The project also aims to improve access for vehicles to help reduce congestion and includes the building of a new waste transfer site.

People can have their say on the plans by completing an online survey at www.leics.gov.uk/wastesite_whetstone or by visiting a roadshow at Blaby Farmers’ Market (Blaby Social Centre car park, Leicester Road) between 9am and 1pm on Saturday (May 26).

Comments can also be made at information stands at Blaby District Council’s offices and the Blaby District Council Shared Services Shop at Forge Corner, Blaby from Monday, April 23 – Sunday, June 17.

People can also call 0116 3058389 or email waste.projects@leics.gov.uk for more information on the proposals.

                        ENDS

Notes:

The consultation period is due to commence from Monday, April 23 to Sunday, June 17 2012. The consultation is part of the planning application process and aims to gain input from key stakeholders prior to the formal planning application submission.

Public Relations Unit, Chief Executive’s Department

Leicestershire County Council, County Hall, Glenfield, Leicestershire LE3 8RA

Telephone:  0116 305 6274      Fax: 0116 305 6266