Project Integra (PI) working groups
Working groups meet throughout the year to work on key issues
Resource Aware Group (RAG)
RAG is made up of representatives of all Project Integra partners. The group focuses on:
- communications and public engagement aspects of waste management
- collaborating on communications
- messaging to ensure there is a consistent approach across Hampshire
Project Integra Operations Group
The Operations Group meets to discuss operational issues and ongoing programmes of work, such as:
- the Materials Analysis Facility (MAF) sampling programme
- contamination
- developments in the operational aspects of waste management in Hampshire
Waste Prevention Group
The Waste Prevention Group consists of nominated representatives from across the partnership. The group discuss:
- national developments in waste prevention
- activities that any partner authorities are undertaking
- sharing best practice and any successes in projects which help to move waste up the waste hierarchy such as decreasing household waste and reuse
Housing Growth Working Group
Given the forecasted number of new houses to be built in Hampshire, the housing growth working group is key for:
- determining how Hampshire authorities can prepare for the increased waste that additional housing will bring
- reviewing best practice
- making recommendations for the future
Common Approach to Safety and Health (CASH)
CASH is a nationally recognised group which is supported by Project Integra. The group consists of Project Integra partner authorities and waste contractors to discuss national developments in health and safety guidance, as well as best practice.
CASH have undertaken several pieces of work, such as the national noise in glass. This work has fed into other national groups.
Fly-Tipping Strategy
The Fly-tipping Strategy sits under Project Integra for governance and information purposes.