A NEW booking system for North Somerset recycling centres has been expanded.
The system, which has been trialled at Weston-Super-Mare tip, is now in force at Portishead and Backwell recycling centres.
North Somerset Council (NSC) said the month-long trial at Weston-Super-Mare had been “successful”, delivering “smoother, safer and more efficient visits”.
NSC said people visiting the Weston centre said the system was easy to use and had cut queues, with data showing no increase in fly-tipping.
“North Somerset Council has assessed fly‑tipping reports throughout the first month of the Weston‑super‑Mare trial and has seen no rise in fly‑tipping since the booking system was introduced,” a spokesperson said.
“This will continue to be monitored with the booking system now extended to Portishead and Backwell sites.”
Cllr Annemieke Waite, Cabinet member for planning and environment, said: “I’d like to thank everyone who has used the booking system at Weston‑super‑Mare over the past month. The trial has been very successful, and we’ve received encouraging feedback from both residents and staff about how much smoother and safer visits have become.
“As we now extend the system to Portishead and Backwell, we want residents to know that we will continue listening and adapting based on their experiences. Your feedback has been invaluable so far, and it will remain an important part of ensuring our recycling centres work as efficiently and safely as possible for everyone.”
Summer hours mean more recycling centre booking slots at Weston
Meanwhile, Weston-super-Mare Recycling Centre has now moved to summer opening hours, meaning the number of booking slots available increases.
For more details, and to book a slot, see www.n-somerset.gov.uk/recyclingcentres, or use the NSC app.
How can residents book a slot at recycling centres in North Somerset?
Residents can book a slot online at n-somerset.hwrc.bookinglab.co.uk/departments.
The link is also available via the NSC app.
Bookings can be made up to two weeks in advance, or as late as 10 minutes before a slot – if space is available.
Residents will receive a confirmation email and reminder notifications ahead of their visit after booking.
Bookings can also be made on behalf of someone else – for example, a friend, neighbour or family member who doesn’t have internet access.
Telephone bookings will also be available via an automated service.
Use or cancel your booking
Anyone who is unable to use their booked slot should cancel your booking so the slot can be offered to someone else.
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