Southend residents are set to benefit from a bold new proposal for one free bulky waste collection per year which will be available for every household.
- One free bulky waste collection per household per year (up to five items)
- Aims to reduce fly-tipping, support recycling and help households.
- Residents can watch the discussion live via the live webcast
The proposal, which will be discussed at Place Scrutiny Committee today (Tuesday 2 September), would give every household one free bulky waste collection, with up to five items per year. Residents would still be able to book additional paid collections if needed.
The aim is to make it easier for people to dispose of large household items responsibly, reduce fly-tipping and support more re-use and recycling across the city.
Cllr Lydia Hyde, cabinet member for climate, environment and waste, said: “As a council, we promised to introduce a free bulky waste service, and I am pleased that we are now putting that proposal forward for discussion.
“We know how frustrating and costly it can be for residents to dispose of large household items. By giving every household one free collection a year, we can make it easier for people, cut down on fly-tipping, and support more recycling.
“If agreed, this will be a clear example of how this council is delivering on its commitments, building civic pride, and working to create a cleaner, greener Southend for everyone.”
To view the proposed report, visit: Agenda for Place Overview & Scrutiny Committee on Tuesday, 2nd September, 2025, 6.30 pm. If agreed by the Scrutiny Committee, the proposal will go to then Cabinet for a final decision later this September.