HOUSEHOLD waste recycling sites across East Yorkshire reopen next week so that residents can dispose of essential waste – but strict measures will be in place as the lockdown continues.

East Riding of Yorkshire Council says all 10 sites reopen from Monday and will stay open from 10am to 5pm seven days a week.

"As the Government’s ‘stay at home’ advice is still in place, residents should only visit the recycling sites if it is absolutely necessary – where excess waste cannot be stored at home safely,"said a spokesman.

"As all the sites will be open seven days a week, residents are asked to be mindful not to immediately rush to sites in the first few days to avoid long queues and long waiting times."

He said that under the rules, only cars and small vans will be allowed on site, and Transit-type vans and trailers of any kind will not be permitted.

"There can only be one person per vehicle and only a limited number of vehicles will be allowed on site," he said.

"When the limit is reached, a one-in one-out system will operate.Social distancing of 2m should be followed at all times."

He added that staff on site will not be able to help carry waste.