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PETITION RAISED TO SAVE RICHBOROUGH HOUSEHOLD WASTE RECYCLING CENTRE

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19 September 2023

A group of concerned Sandwich residents, supported by Ramsgate Town Council (RTC), are organising a petition drive to protest the potential closure of the Richborough Household Waste Recycling Centre. The event is scheduled for Saturday, September 23, from 10:30am to 2:30pm, with a table set up at the corner of Queen Street and High Street in Ramsgate.

Emmet Csuka of Sandwich Town Council will lead a small team who will be collecting signatures during this event. The group has obtained permission from the Thanet District Council (TDC) for this street collection.

Background:
Kent County Council (KCC) is currently considering cost-cutting measures within its Household Waste Recycling Centres network, aiming to address a budget shortfall exceeding £55 million. Unfortunately, Richborough Household Waste Recycling Centre has become a prime target for closure as part of these budgetary measures. The residents of Sandwich and Ramsgate are strongly opposing this decision, asserting that it prioritizes financial savings over the best interests of the local community and the environment.

How You Can Make a Difference:
  1. Sign the Petition: Show your support by signing the petition to save the Richborough Household Waste Recycling Centre from closure. You can add your name by visiting Change.org and searching for "Save Richborough Household Waste Recycling Centre from closure."

  2. Stay Informed: Keep up to date with the campaign's progress and receive details regarding KCC's consultation on their dedicated Facebook page: "Save Richborough Household Waste Recycling Centre." You can also reach out to them via email at saverichborough@gmail.com.

  3. Participate in the Consultation: Be sure to respond to the forthcoming public consultation hosted by KCC. Register in advance at https://letstalk.kent.gov.uk to receive notifications when the consultation becomes available.
The campaign organisers are committed to supporting the public during the consultation process. Once KCC releases the consultation details, they will provide guidance for residents to effectively respond to the questions asked by KCC. If requested, the team will also offer assistance to individuals seeking guidance through the consultation process.

Together, we can rally to "Save Richborough Household Waste Recycling Centre" and protect this vital community resource. Join us on Saturday, September 23rd, and make your voice heard.

SAVE RICHBOROUGH HOUSEHOLD WASTE RECYCLING CENTRE


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