Decision - Modernising our recycling centre

This report details the upgrades and associated costs, to the Material Recovery Facility to ensure it is operating safely and efficiently to accept the expanded range of recycling materials.

1) That Cabinet approves the procurement and installation by Veolia of a new optical sorter, chutes, conveyors and bays, along with the associated adaptation works required at the Hollingdean Materials Recovery Facility. 2) That Cabinet approves a capital budget of £2.3m to be funded by PWLB borrowing. 3) That Cabinet delegates authority to the Corporate Director for City Operations, in consultation with the Lead Member for Environment and Net Zero , to finalise, approve and enter into any required contractual amendments with Veolia, including agreeing detailed terms of all necessary Deeds of Variation.

The report proposes upgrading the Hollingdean Materials Recovery Facility with a new optical sorter, chutes, conveyors and bays to improve recycling capacity, safety and compliance with new national requirements. Cabinet approval is sought for a £2.3 million capital investment funded through PWLB borrowing and for contractual amendments with Veolia.