PG Skips looking to create more jobs at Shropshire recycling plant

PG Skips has submitted plans to expand its premises at Lowe Cottage Farm, Wem, to meet demand and make it more efficient.

The scheme, which will involve extending the facility to accommodate segregated waste storage and a light waste reception area for vehicle tipping, will create at least 10 jobs.

The firm said the extension will help it to achieve its goal of 100 per cent recycling with zero waste to landfill.

Documents submitted in support of the application said the company is still experiencing a natural increase in business and an ever increase in legislation to divert materials from landfill.

"In addition, the company needs to cope with a greater diversity of materials which require recycling," the documents state.

"The company also recycles farm waste from across Shropshire and has seen an increase in volumes and varieties that need to be recycled rather than land filled. As a result, the existing facility cannot cope with the increasing legislation requiring the segregation of materials and so recoverable material is still ending up going to landfill.

"It aims to fulfil the company's policy of recycling with zero to landfill by diverting 100 per cent of waste away from landfill sites while at the same time reducing noise and dust levels of the operation.

"This will also enable the company to reduce its carbon footprint while helping the Shropshire community achieve a greater recycling percentage."

The firm says the extension will result in the vast majority of its operations being carried out under cover. This will reduce vehicle movements around the yard which in turn will reduce noise and dust.

Planners at Shropshire Council hope to make a final decision on the scheme by February 27.

People can comment on the proposal as part of consultation into the development by visiting the council's website.