On 14 July 2005, the Council considered and agreed our Waste strategy, Towards Zero Waste 2020. An updated review of the strategy and Action plan was produced in December 2014.
Last updated 29 March 2023
Household waste and recycling statistics from 1996 onwards.
Household waste and recycling statistics from 1996 onwards.
| Year | Percentage of waste reused, recycled, or composted | Residual (black bag) waste produced per household (Kilograms) | Percentage of waste sent to landfill | Percentage of waste sent for energy recovery |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021/22 | 59.2% | 362.66kg | 2.8% | 32.46% |
| 2020/21 | 59.2% | 363.43kg | 3% | 30.56% |
| 2019/20 | 56.2% | 389.67kg | 15.42% | 22.68% |
| 2018/19 | 58.7% | 362.89kg | 14.77% | 24.15% |
| 2017/18 | 54.8% | 421.75kg | 13.14% | 26.07% |
| 2016/17 | 54.1% | 449.45kg | 13.12% | 23.9% |
| 2015/16 | 52.6% | 456.62kg | 19.18% | 14.21% |
| 2014/15 | 50.4% | 475.29kg | 10.04% | 7.15% |
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List of processing activities for registrars, superintendent registrars and registration authorities
Last updated 28 March 2023
WiFi is provided as an additional service to library users by The Library Service. This service is an open, unsecured network provided for your convenience and use is solely at your own risk. This policy covers the usage of the free WiFi.
Last updated 28 March 2023
The Privacy Policy is written so that any conversations of a sensitive or private nature are dealt with by library staff in the correct manner.
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This policy applies to all front-line locations managed by Customer Services, including One Stop Shops, Register Offices and Libraries. We have a responsibility to provide a safe and secure environment for everyone that uses its services. We are committed to the care and protection of our employees and other service users from inappropriate, unpleasant, aggressive or violent behaviour.
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This Policy sets out guidelines for the retention and disposal of lost property items, and applies to all Customer Services’ front-line locations, including Information and advice services, Register Offices and Libraries.
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The purpose of this policy is to provide support for mothers who wish to breastfeed their babies in libraries.
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The mobile phone policy outlines our procedures regarding the use of mobile phones in libraries. We recognise that mobile phones play an important part in the lives of people, so welcome their use within the limits outlined
Last updated 28 March 2023
Libraries are community areas, visited by large numbers of people and in great demand as locations for the mounting of displays, posters, notices and distribution of information and publicity material. The mission statement of the Library Service is: ‘To enrich and empower every individual and community throughout their lives by offering access to resources for information, learning and enjoyment. With this statement in mind, the Library Service therefore supports and encourages access to information for all, enabling individuals to make informed decisions.
Last updated 28 March 2023