Household waste and recycling centres in Bolton and a number across Greater Manchester will reopen from Saturday 2 May.
- Household waste recycling centres to reopen from Saturday 2 May, for bagged general waste only and for residents with proof of address
- Opening times will vary, and social distancing measures will be in place to protect visitors
- Traffic control system based on vehicle registration will limit visitor numbers
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Please be aware that there will be no access to Raikes Lane Household Waste and Recycling Centre from St Peter’s Way. Northbound and southbound slip roads will both be closed to help manage traffic, and signposted diversions will be in place.
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Visit www.recycleforgreatermanchester.com for the latest information
Some restrictions and new measures will be in place to protect the health and wellbeing of residents and staff during the coronavirus pandemic.
At last week’s Greater Manchester COVID-19 Emergency Committee, the nine councils that make up the Greater Manchester Waste Authority agreed to reopen some recycling centres.
The decision was taken in accordance with Government guidelines and is based on staffing, accessibility, and the agreement of traffic management plans with local authorities.
Among the criteria being taken into account are staffing arrangements at waste disposal facilities operated by SUEZ, with more staff deployed to handle the increased volume of waste and recycling picked up during household bin collections.
Bolton’s household waste and recycling centres opening times
The Raikes Lane centre will be open every day from 8am to 6pm and the Salford Road centre will be open at weekends only.
The Salford Road centre will not be open during the week to ensure council refuse vehicles can continue to tip rubbish there daily, without being held up by potential queues of traffic.
Centre |
Opening times |
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Salford Road, Bolton |
Saturday 8am to 6pm Sunday 10am to 4pm Closed Monday to Friday |
| Hurstwood Court, Raikes Lane | Monday to Sunday, 8am to 6pm |
To see opening times of all centres in Greater Manchester, please visit www.recycleforgreatermanchester.com.
Number plate system
To control the number of vehicles accessing the centres at any one time, a traffic control system will be introduced based on odd and even number plates.
It will work on a four-week rota to limit the amount of traffic visiting the centres and limit the potential for staff and the public to be exposed to the virus.
Number plates ending with odd numbers - one, three, five, seven and nine - will be allowed on some days, while number plates ending with even numbers - zero, two, four, six and eight - will be allowed on the others.
Please see below for which plates will be allowed on which days:-
Week 1 |
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Sat |
Sun |
Mon |
Tues |
Wed |
Thurs |
Fri |
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02/05/20 |
03/05/20 |
04/05/20 |
05/05/20 |
06/05/20 |
07/05/20 |
08/05/20 |
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Even |
Odd |
Even |
Odd |
Even |
Odd |
Even |
Week 2 |
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Sat |
Sun |
Mon |
Tues |
Wed |
Thurs |
Fri |
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09/05/20 |
10/05/20 |
11/05/20 |
12/05/20 |
13/05/20 |
14/05/20 |
15/05/20 |
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Even |
Odd |
Even |
Odd |
Odd |
Odd |
Even |
Restrictions
Please be aware of the following:-
- Centres will be accepting bagged general waste only (waste that would go in your grey bin).
- They will be open to Greater Manchester residents who show proof of address, such as a council tax, gas, or electricity bill.
- Social distancing measures will be in place, and the number of cars allowed on to the sites will be limited, with only one person allowed out of their vehicle to dispose of their waste.
- Staff will be unable to assist with unloading and no pedestrian access will be permitted.
Leader of Bolton Council, Cllr David Greenhalgh, said: "I am delighted that the tips are re-opening. I opposed the decision to close them from the outset, a decision taken out of our hands by GM.”
“We know that some residents have been struggling, and we thank you for your patience.
“In order for the tips to re-open, it is essential we put the appropriate safety measures in place for your safety and for staff, and we urge residents to adhere to these measures.”
“Please check the vehicle registration scheme before you set off, and have proof of address with you.”
“We said we would review the delivery of other services as we progressed, and I am also delighted to announce that we will also now begin a phased reopening of public litter bins.”
“As soon as staff resources allow, we hope to return to a normal service as soon as we can, where they can be emptied on a regular basis.”
Information about how to manage and dispose of waste, and the latest updates on household waste recycling centres, can be found at www.recycleforgreatermanchester.com.