Pledge to keep on recycling Bath's paper
May Gurney, the recycling company used by Bath and North East Somerset Council, has confirmed that paper in the area will continue to be re-used.
The pledge comes as other firms across the country are being forced to store paper, because there is no longer a market for it in the light of the economic downturn.
Managing director of May Gurney Environmental Services Nicola Peake said: "Because May Gurney delivers high quality recycling material, our buyers are more than happy to continue purchasing paper from us.
"While some recycling contractors are struggling to sell paper in the current economic climate, it is business as usual for May Gurney and the council."
Across the country, some firms are being forced to store all recyclable paper, at a cost to the local authority, because paper mills are not accepting new stock.
Because the paper rots and attracts vermin after three months, some companies may have to incinerate it or dump it in landfill sites.
However, throughout B&NES, paper is separated from other items at the kerbside, rather than at a depot which means it is of a cleaner, higher standard for recycling.
Because of this May Gurney has maintained a long-term contract with a paper mill in Kent.
Ms Peake added: "Recycling, sustainability and the environment are at the core of our business, and we believe stockpiling and landfill should be the absolute last resort.
"May Gurney works in long-term partnerships with customers, and as a result, is able to continue delivering a value for money service for the council to help residents maintain an excellent recycling record."
May Gurney is contracted to collect more than 13,150 tonnes of waste a year from more than 75,000 homes across Bath and North East Somerset.
Paper collected in the area is recycled for use as newsprint for newspapers.
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