Decision - Circular Economy Routemap and Action Plan 2025-2035

Brighton and Hove Cabinet Decided 22 Jan 2026 approved GET /api/coverage

Decision maker

Cabinet

Report author

Sophie Moss

Published

23 Jan 2026

Reference

7560

As published

the council's own words, unedited

This report is the second iteration of the Circular Economy Routemap and Action Plan setting out a strategic framework embedding circularity across the organisation and across the city's sectors.

1) That Cabinet approves the Circular Economy Routemap and Action Plan 2025-2035 as the strategic framework for embedding circular economy principles across the city and to inform council activity. 2) That Cabinet agrees to Brighton & Hove signing the Circular Cities Declaration to reinforce the city's role as a national and regional leader in circular innovation.

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The document sets out Brighton & Hove’s vision to maintain a national leadership role in developing a circular economy and support inclusive, sustainable economic growth. It proposes a refreshed Circular Economy Action Plan for 2025–2035 focused on council influence, strategic partnerships, circular business growth, and regional and national policy.

Recommendation

To deliver the refreshed Circular Economy Action Plan 2025–2035 through council operations, procurement, planning, business support, community initiatives, and partnerships with public, private, academic and third-sector organisations.

Financial impact

None stated

Ward affected

city-wide

Stakeholders named

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Brighton & Hove City CouncilBusinesses and SMEsUniversities and research institutionsResidents and communitiesCommunity and third-sector organisationsPublic-sector bodiesEducation and training providersLocal and regional authorities

Next steps

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Implement the refreshed Circular Economy Action Plan 2025–2035.
Update the action plan regularly based on progress and the needs of local businesses.
Carry out a baseline assessment in 2026 of local circular business activity, sector practices, community initiatives and business-support gaps.
Monitor progress using the stated performance indicators.
Develop and deliver the listed actions across food, the built environment, water, climate action, textiles, business support, education and policy.

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