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.
“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”