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West London Waste Plan

A waste plan is a document that sets out the planning strategy for waste management in a local planning authority area. It includes policies to be used when assessing planning applications that relate to waste management. It also identifies sites/areas to be safeguarded for waste use. 

In 2015, the west London Boroughs of Brent, Ealing, Harrow, Hillingdon, Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames along with OPDC adopted the jointly produced West London Waste Plan.

Review and timetable

These same authorities have commenced the review of the Plan to ensure that it remains up to date and continues to provide a sound and effective planning strategy for waste management in accordance with national policy, the London Plan, and local priorities. The second stage of consultation ended on 28th September 2026. Please visit the dedicated consultation portal hosted by the London Borough of Ealing in order to:

  • learn more about what a waste plan is
  • see the consultation documents
  • view a recorded presentation about the West London Waste Plan on Youtube.
  • learn about the next steps.

Find out more about the timetable. 

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