18.7.2023

We are happy to confirm that proposed strike action by Somerset waste collection crews
has been called off.
This follows a positive response to a Unite ballot of its members on an improved pay offer
from SUEZ recycling and recovery UK, the Council’s collections contractor.
Services should be operating as usual and residents can present their waste in the usual
way.
We will be sharing this information through our various channels throughout the morning.
The crews make more than 350,000 collections each week. It is a difficult job and one
that is highly valued by our residents.
We thank you for your patience in recent weeks.
Somerset Council Waste Services