A Stoke-on-Trent waste recycling centre which had its licence suspended earlier this year has filed a notice of intention to appoint an administrator.
Staffordshire Waste Recycling Centre Ltd, based in Longport, is currently working with advisors to explore future options, including identifying potential buyers. According to the most recent filed accounts, the business had 16 members of staff in 2023.
In April, the Environment Agency suspended its permit for the importation of general waste until further notice, which also led to delays in skip collections from customers’ homes.
Calvin Preece, director of Staffordshire Waste Recycling Centre Ltd, said: “The company has invested significant time and resources to help the community address waste-to-energy challenges. However, existing regulations from governing bodies have not kept pace with the increasing demands posed by the local waste crisis, hindering efforts to make a meaningful impact.”
The business is working with Steve Currie, director at Stoke-on-Trent-based Currie Young Insolvency & Restructuring, and Adam Harris of Forvis Mazars.
Steve Currie said: “We are working closely with stakeholders to find viable solutions that will enable us to preserve critical aspects of the operation. The directors deeply appreciate the dedication of the staff, whose commitment is vital in providing exceptional service to the community.
“This filing is another setback for the local business community. The waste sector is experiencing substantial difficulties and requires additional support. As a long-standing local firm, our priority is to protect as much of the company as we can.
“As an area, the lack of support for Staffordshire is becoming more and more evident as we’ve recently seen locally within the ceramic sector, which has long been overlooked by the Government.”
A dedicated email address has been set up for residents with enquiries: swr@mazars.co.uk
