New waste recycling centre site sought
Getty ImagesA council is trying to find a site for a new household waste and recycling centre after locals said they needed more facilities.
North Tyneside Council is carrying out a feasibility study focusing on finding a suitable brownfield or industrial site in the north-west of the borough.
It would complement the existing facility in North Shields and would be open to all North Tyneside residents, the authority said.
It said the move was in response to calls from the local community.
The council said it was also seeking new ways to boost recycling, including pop-up events, reuse shops - where salvaged items are repaired and resold - and doorstep collections for small electricals.
There are also plans to add new recycling bins at key locations.
North Tyneside's elected Mayor, Karen Clark, said: "Residents in Seaton Burn, Dudley, Wideopen and other parts of the north-west have consistently told us they want better access to recycling and waste facilities.
"We proposed a feasibility study in our budget plans and, after strong support through consultation, we've now committed the funding to get things moving."