Councilor Richard Cleaver, the authority’s cabinet member for property and public engagement, said the current depot was no longer fit for purpose.

He added: “This is a significant capital investment which demonstrates (the council’s) commitment to ensuring the sustainability of services for our residents. »

Meanwhile, council leader Ashley Baxter said the new depot would benefit staff and have a positive impact on the authority’s carbon reduction ambitions.

“The new depot building has been designed with energy efficiency in mind (and) will be cheaper to operate,” he said.

“There will be drying areas for staff, as well as a canteen and training facilities, as well as an emergency planning center and infrastructure to enable increased use of electric vehicles, saving money money on traditional fuel costs,” he added.

The authority said the current depot would remain operational until the new site was ready in 2025/26.

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