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Warning over delays at Leicestershire's tips due to driver shortages

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The Council said not all waste types may be available.

Visitors to Leicestershire's tips are being asked to check what waste is being accepted before setting off, as the Council is further hit by staff shortages.

They have warned of potential delays and urged people to consider visiting later in the week.

They updated their website today (Monday 6 September) to say:

"Due to HGV driver shortages today, not all waste types may be available and you could experience some delays. Please do check our website for your site before setting off, which will be updated with the latest information, and if possible we request you defer your visit to later in the week."

The Councy Council have been badly affected by the nationwide shortage of lorry drivers, with still no word on when Shepshed tip will reopen.

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