Bradford Council plans to reopen the Sugden End Household Waste Recycling Centre using £400,000 previously earmarked for cultural events across the district, according to a council report. The Reform UK-led executive is expected to approve the funding reallocation when the committee meets on 8 September to have the Cross Roads facility near Keighley operational before Christmas.
Funding Reallocation for Sugden End Reopening
According to a council report cited by the Local Democracy Reporting Service, pulling £400,000 from district-wide cultural events will cover the initial capital outlay and running costs to bring the tip back online. Reopening Sugden End will carry a direct setup cost of £95,000, alongside an estimated £315,000 annual operational budget.
Ian Walker, the council’s portfolio holder for Neighbourhoods and Communities, stated there was a “strong case” for restoring services at the site. The Reform councillor for Wyke explained that the facility will serve residents on the Worth Valley side of Keighley and surrounding villages who currently face a long journey to their nearest alternative tip at Royd Ings.
Did you know? Sugden End was originally closed under the previous Labour administration as part of a cost-saving measure that shut three local sites and saved £900,000 annually. While Golden Butts in Ilkley and Ford Hill in Queensbury have since been sold, Sugden End remained in the local authority’s possession.
Broader Changes to Household Waste Recycling Centres
According to the council report, officials are considering plans for all tips in the district to open on bank holidays from 10:15 to 15:45.
The proposed bank holiday openings exclude Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year’s Day. Implementing these holiday hours across the municipal waste network carries an estimated annual cost of £33,000.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the council scheduled to make a final decision on Sugden End?
The Bradford Council Reform UK-led executive is expected to review and approve the proposal when the committee meets on 8 September.
How much will it cost to run the tip once it reopens?
According to council reports, reopening the facility requires an initial £95,000, followed by an estimated £315,000 in annual running costs.
Which communities will primarily benefit from the restored waste site?
The facility will serve residents on the Worth Valley side of Keighley and surrounding villages who currently travel further distances to the Royd Ings site.
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