WARWICKSHIRE County Council has announced that Age UK Coventry and Warwickshire has been awarded a contract to operate the reuse shops at eight Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs).
Following a tender process aimed at promoting sustainability reducing waste, and supporting local charitable schemes.
The new contract, which commenced on November 5 2024 and will run for a term of up to 10 years.
The shops, located at centres in Lower House Farm, Hunters Lane, Princes Drive, Burton Farm, Cherry Orchard, Wellesbourne, and Shipston, play a key role in reducing waste and promoting the reuse of goods.
Each year they sell nearly 1,000 tonnes of items each year and contribute to the county’s sustainability goals and benefits the local community.
Age UK will continue to use the profits for their charitable services, which support older people across the county, including dementia care and wellbeing schemes.
Councillor Heather Timms, portfolio holder for environment, climate, and culture, said: “We are delighted to continue our partnership with Age UK.”
“The reuse shops not only divert items from landfill but also provide an affordable way for residents to purchase pre-loved goods.
“This contract supports our commitment to environmental sustainability while ensuring the income generated directly benefits our local community through Age UK’s vital services.
“We look forward to seeing the continued success of the reuse shops under this new contract.”
Visit: warwickshire.gov.uk/waste-recycling for more information on household waste recycling in Warwickshire.
