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Kirklees Council Closure Sparks Fly-Tipping Concerns Amid Budget Cuts

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Kirklees Council Closure Sparks Fly-Tipping Concerns Amid Budget Cuts
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  • Nab Lane closing to save Kirklees Council $200,000 over two years.
  • Residents worry about fly-tipping due to Nab Lane closure.
    • Adjusted waste site schedules aim to keep service levels steady.
    • Closure seen as a challenge due to longer waste travel times.
    • Taxi driver shares concerns about changing waste disposal habits.
    • Service levels will match other cities, says Councillor Munir Ahmed.
    • Financial constraints lead to Nab Lane closure decision.
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