Decision details

That Cabinet approve:

a)      the introduction of spray-free weed management zones across 34 council-owned playgrounds, including housing playground areas;

b)      the continuation of glyphosate use in targeted operational areas where alternative methods are not viable or would pose safety risks;

c)       the adoption of mechanical and manual weed control methods, including the use of NoMix Dual applicator systems where herbicide use is still required; and

d)      a review of the operational and financial impacts, including any additional labour costs, herbicide savings and site condition assessments, to enable a decision to be made about whether the approach becomes business as usual from April 2027.