Overview and Scrutiny Committee
Greenwich Council is preparing to introduce new fees for commercial food waste collection, noted by its Overview and Scrutiny Committee in October 2025.
Greenwich Council is preparing to introduce new fees for the collection and disposal of food waste from commercial and non-domestic properties. This decision, aimed at cost recovery for these services, was noted by the Greenwich Overview and Scrutiny Committee at its meeting on 16 October 2025. The council's Forward Plan indicated the decision was scheduled for October 2025.
Overview and Scrutiny Committees, such as those in Lambeth, Tower Hamlets, and Greenwich, scrutinise council performance, decisions, and policies. They review upcoming executive decisions and make recommendations, ensuring residents' concerns are reflected in strategic priorities and budget oversight.
Key facts
- The Greenwich Overview and Scrutiny Committee noted the decision on new food waste fees on 16 October 2025. Source
- Greenwich Council was scheduled to make the decision on new food waste fees in October 2025. Source
- Greenwich Council is preparing to introduce new fees for commercial and non-domestic food waste collection and disposal. Source
- The new fees are aimed at cost recovery for food waste collection and disposal services. Source
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