Councillor Allan Brame presented this report. He had taken part in the Review along with ex-Councillor Adam Sykes and Councillor Christina Muspratt.

Councillor Brame explained that Wirral had a target to recycle 50% of its waste, although it had dropped from 40% to 33%. The report detailed typical waste and the two largest items to bring change were textiles and food waste. The Government was introducing incentives and rules about plastic and food collections. The report made suggestions of schemes to help recycling rates, including using the Bidston plant to sort co-mingled waste, encouraging reuse of items and having recycling hubs. 

RESOLVED: That

1)  the contents and recommendations of the Recycling Scrutiny Report be supported; and

2)  the report be referred to the next appropriate Cabinet meeting.