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Plans to close Docking recycling centre scrapped by Norfolk County Council following backlash
Overview
Norfolk County Council has dropped plans to close the Docking recycling centre to save £60,000 following public criticism and a cabinet amendment. However, other budget cuts to achieve £32m in savings are proceeding, including the closure of Morningthorpe recycling centre, reductions in highways maintenance, and decreased contributions to school transport for over-16s.
Key points
- Plans to shut Docking recycling centre to save £60,000 have been dropped following public backlash over potential fly-tipping risks.
- Norfolk County Council cabinet members voted for an amendment to drop the closure during a meeting addressing £32m in savings.
- Morningthorpe recycling centre will still shut at the end of the month as the council is not renewing its lease, saving £95,000.
- Other proposed budget cuts include reducing gritting routes, verge grass cutting, and highway maintenance spending.
- The council is also planning to reduce contributions towards school transport for over-16s to save £369,000.
- Final budget decisions, which may include a council tax increase of 3% to 5%, will be made in February.