RESIDENTS are being asked for their views about rubbish disposal as the council makes its waste management plans for the next 16 years.

Dorset County Council is asking people for their opinion on a number of sites to manage waste including household recycling centres and facilities for treating different types of waste.

Residents are also being asked what they think of sites to be allocated for quarrying sand, gravel, Purbeck Stone, Portland Stone and ball clay.

Cllr Colin Jamieson, cabinet member for economy and growth, said: “Planning for the future needs of Dorset residents is vital for our economic future. Having enough quarries will help create jobs and livelihoods for a successful county.

“Providing modern waste management solutions in appropriate areas will reduce transportation, keeping congestion down on our busy roads. They will also help us maximise recycling and divert waste from landfill sites.”

The consultation started last week and finishes on September 23. Exhibitions are planned across the county before that time.

The plans can be found online at www.dorsetforyou.com/mwdf, or at the planning receptions of Bournemouth Borough Council, Dorset County Council and the Borough of Poole, or any of the district and borough council offices.

We'll have more details on what exactly is proposed and where later today.