As part of the Government's Simpler Recycling legislation, all refuse sites are required to provide separate facilities for recycling and general waste. Unfortunately, it has not been possible to upgrade the Customer Service Facility refuse site at Hatton Top Lock to meet these new requirements.

Due to the low weight limit of the bridge providing access to the site, standard refuse collection vehicles are unable to reach it. Additionally, there is insufficient space onsite to accommodate the four waste containers now required under the new legislation.

To ensure continued waste disposal provision for our customers, the refuse site will be relocated to Hatton Public Car Park, situated between Hatton Locks 42 and 43. A designated mooring point has been created nearby, and clear signage has been installed to direct users to the new bin compound. The compound is secured and can be accessed using a standard BWB key. Please note that the existing skip at Hatton Top Lock will be removed on 10 November. From this date onwards, all waste should be disposed of at the Hatton Car Park bin compound.

We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we work to comply with the new recycling legislation and improve waste management facilities for all users.