Issue - meetings
UBICO Business Plan 2026-27
Meeting: 16/04/2026 - Cabinet (Item 236)
236 UBICO Business Plan 2026-27 
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Purpose
To consider the draft Ubico Business Plan 2026-27, produced by Ubico in consultation with its directors and shareholders, and to endorse that the Leader (as Shareholder Representative) approves the plan.
Recommendations
That Cabinet resolves to:
1. Note the draft Ubico Business Plan 2026-27; and
2. Endorse that the Leader of the Council, as shareholder representative, will sign the written resolution to approve the draft Ubico Business Plan 2026-27.
Additional documents:
Decision:
The purpose of this item was to ask Cabinet to consider the draft Ubico Business Plan 2026-27, produced by Ubico in consultation with its directors and shareholders, and to endorse that the Leader (as Shareholder Representative) approve the plan.
Councillor Mike Evemy, Leader of the Council, introduced the draft Ubico Business Plan 2026–27. It was noted that the Plan had been shaped through a consultation process and reflected the transition from Ubico’s previous five-year strategy to a refreshed 2026–2031 roadmap, focusing on improving efficiency, strengthening service resilience, and preparing for Local Government Reorganisation. Cabinet noted that the Plan set out operational and strategic priorities for 2026–27, including enhanced emissions reporting, implementation of Simpler Recycling requirements, decarbonisation of the fleet alongside delivery of core waste, recycling, street cleansing and grounds maintenance services. Cabinet were asked to note noted the inclusion of Ubico’s proposed expansion of services to Wiltshire from August 2026.
The recommendations were proposed by Councillor Mike Evemy and seconded by Councillor Andrea Pellegram.
Cabinet RESOLVED to:
1. Note the draft Ubico Business Plan 2026-27; and
2. Endorse that the Leader of the Council, as shareholder representative, would sign the written resolution to approve the draft Ubico Business Plan 2026-27.
Voting record:
6 For, 0 Against, 0 Abstentions.
Minutes:
The purpose of this item was to ask Cabinet to consider the draft Ubico Business Plan 2026-27, produced by Ubico in consultation with its directors and shareholders, and to endorse that the Leader (as Shareholder Representative) approve the plan.
Councillor Mike Evemy, Leader of the Council, introduced the draft Ubico Business Plan 2026–27 in his capacity as the Council’s shareholder representative. Members noted that the Plan had been developed following a consultation process and marked the transition from Ubico’s previous five-year strategy to a refreshed 2026–2031 roadmap, with a focus on improving efficiency, strengthening service resilience, and preparing for Local Government Reorganisation.
It was noted that the Business Plan set out Ubico’s operational and strategic priorities for 2026–27, including enhanced emissions reporting, implementation of Simpler Recycling requirements, decarbonisation of the fleet, and continued delivery of core waste, recycling, street cleansing and grounds maintenance services. Members further noted the proposed expansion of Ubico’s services into Wiltshire from August 2026, representing a significant increase in operational scale. Members were reassured that separate teams had been created to deal with the increase in scale, which was in the order of 40 per cent.
Members were advised that the Business Plan covered a range of partner authorities and that the Council’s focus was to identify, monitor and track delivery of commitments relevant to its own area through appropriate performance reporting. The importance of ensuring continuity of service during the transition period and alignment with forthcoming structural change was highlighted.
In discussion, Members noted the scale of change associated with Ubico’s expansion and the wider context of Local Government Reorganisation, which would influence future waste service arrangements across the region. It was recognised that waste and recycling services were complex, universal services requiring careful planning to ensure continuity and consistency for residents.
Members also noted the role of wider partnership arrangements in supporting strategic alignment across Gloucestershire waste authorities, and the importance of collaboration in delivering objectives relating to waste reduction, recycling, reuse and income generation.
The Leader confirmed that, subject to Cabinet’s consideration, he would be authorised in his capacity as shareholder representative to sign the written resolution approving the draft Ubico Business Plan 2026–27.
The recommendations were proposed by Councillor Mike Evemy and seconded by Councillor Andrea Pellegram.
Voting record:
6 For, 0 Against, 0 Abstentions.
Councillor Coleman did not vote having left the Chamber.