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Essential repairs to a recycling centre means it will remains closed until after Easter, according to a local authority.

Gloucestershire County Council has announced Hempsted Household Recycling Centre (HRC) will stay closed later than expected next year for essential repairs and improvements.

The original plan was to close in early January 2026 and reopen by Easter but after further assessments more groundwork is needed on the landfill site. Reopening by Easter – the centre’s busiest time – would not be feasible, the council said.

Councillor Martin Horwood said the council was sorry for any disruption this may cause local households.

The site, which is run by the council’s not-for-profit company Ubico, has been operational since the 1990s and was last upgraded in 2019.

Mr Horwood said: “We’ll keep residents updated as soon as we have confirmed dates.”

In a statement, the council said the improvements will make the centre safer, more sustainable, and easier to use.

This include new surfaces, modern waste compactors powered by renewable energy and a new reuse shop where items can be repaired and given a second life.

They will also add better protection for electrical waste and new EV charging points for service vehicles.

While Hempsted HRC is closed, residents are still be able to use other recycling centres in the county, including Pyke Quarry and Wingmoor Farm – which will be open seven days a week.

Residents can also consider using kerbside collections, bring banks, and bulky waste services.