Garden waste collection charge set to increase

The garden waste collection charge in Tamworth is set to increase

The cost of having garden wasted collected in Tamworth looks set to increase for 2026.

Tamworth Borough Council has proposed to raise the charge from £41 to £42.50 per year in line with inflation, according to a report from the authority.

The new charge would come into effect when applications open to residents in October, covering up to 23 fortnightly collections between the end of January and mid-December next year.

The report said raising the price in line with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) would ensure it maintains "quality services" while "ensuring financial sustainability".

"By adhering to the CPI, we can continue to provide valuable services to our community without compromising on standards or efficiency," it added.

It would be the second time garden waste prices have increased in Tamworth since they were introduced in 2017, following a raise from £36 to £41 for 2025.

A decision on the proposed increase will be made during a meeting of the council's cabinet on Thursday at 18:00 BST.

This news was gathered by the Local Democracy Reporting Service which covers councils and other public service organisations.