Consultation: Help shape how we reduce and manage waste in Central Bedfordshire

Why your feedback on our draft waste strategy matters

Consultation closed: 14 October 2025
Consultation opened: 3 September 2025

This consultation has closed.

Whether you're a recycling expert, trying to reduce waste or simply unsure about what goes in which bin, your experiences and ideas matter. This was your chance to help shape how we manage waste for years to come.

We wanted to know:

  • what you think about the proposals
  • how we can help you overcome challenges
  • what would help you reduce waste or recycle more
  • any local initiatives we could support or learn from

Online engagement event

We held an online engagement event for residents and stakeholders to come and discuss the proposals with us, ask questions and understand the proposals before submitting consultation feedback.

Date: Monday, 29 September 2025
Time: 6pm
Location: Online (MS Teams)

Drop-in event dates

We held these at local libraries during the display period.

Leighton Buzzard Library

Display: Wednesday, 10 September to Wednesday, 17 September
Staff available: Saturday, 13 September from 1pm to 3pm

Dunstable Library

Display: Wednesday, 17 September to Wednesday, 24 September
Staff available: Monday, 22 September from 10am to midday

Houghton Regis Library

Display: Wednesday, 17 September to Wednesday, 24 September
Staff available: Thursday, 18 September from midday to 2pm

Flitwick Library

Display: Wednesday, 24 September to Wednesday, 1 October
Staff available: Wednesday, 24 September from 10am to midday

Shefford Library

Display: Wednesday, 1 October to Wednesday, 8 October
Staff available: Thursday, 2 October from midday to 2pm

Biggleswade Library

Display: Wednesday, 8 October to 14 October
Staff available: Wednesday, 8 October from 10am to midday