The Joint Municipal Waste Management Strategy (pdf, 678kb) (opens in a new window)  presents a brand new vision for waste management in Dorset.  It is the result of local councils working closely together and follows wide-ranging public consultation.  The new strategy is based on the most efficient, environmentally friendly and cost effective methods available and addresses everything from recycling and waste reduction to modern disposal options.

Dorset councils had to review the joint waste strategy 2003 after five years. It follows a new national waste strategy (pdf, 1Mb) (opens in a new window) . There are also other reasons for reviewing the waste strategy. 

The new waste strategy has been produced in partnership between Christchurch Borough Council, Dorset County Council, East Dorset District Council, North Dorset District Council , Purbeck District Council, West Dorset District Council and Weymouth and Portland Borough Council.

The new waste strategy is accompanied by a series of background reports, including a full sustainability appraisal (including a strategic environmental assessment) which is a combined assessment of environmental, social and economic issues, to ensure the strategy promotes sustainable development. 

For a hard copy of the waste strategy please call 01305 225002 or write to Waste Management, Dorset County Council, County Hall, Dorchester, DT1 1XJ.

• Joint Municipal Waste Management Strategy for Dorset

  Dorset councils have worked together to produce a new joint strategy that will guide the way they manage waste over the next 25 years.

• Recovery, treatment and disposal (RTD) project

  Dorset County Council's long-term plans to manage waste that cannot be recycled or composted.

• Factsheets about waste

  A series of factsheets are available with more information about waste issues and technologies.

• Register for email alerts

  Send your email address if you want to receive news alerts about waste issues.

• Dorset Waste Forum 2011

  Dorset residents had a chance to learn more about waste management and the new Dorset Waste Partnership at the Dorset Waste Forum.