Liberal Democrat victory as tips are slowly reopening

Councillor Howard Sykes MBE, Liberal Democrat and Opposition Leader Oldham Council recently wrote to Council bosses to reopen local waste sites in Oldham Borough.  This is now being done in a safe and sensible manner in line with social distancing.  Council leaders have now started to reopen these sites but following strict safety guidelines.  There had recently been a spate of fly tipping locally.  New measures being introduced will hopefully solve some of the issues surrounding waste during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Howard Sykes

“I’m very glad we have started to drift back towards normality.  I think this will solve some public health issues associated with the lockdown. Less fly-tipping and piles of waste on our streets means a healthier Oldham Borough,”  said Councillor Sykes.

These calls to reopen waste sites came after a month of lockdown measures by local authorities.

“As long as people are respectful, wait their turn and don’t contribute to any drama I believe this is a victory for common sense.  There will certainly be delays, so caution is advised and please make sure you read the guidance before even considering a visit.  #StaySafe”

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