The re-opening of Grantham's tip will see measures introduced to improve safety.

Lincolnshire County Council says it is 'working hard' to re-open sites, something which is expected 'in a few weeks'.

The tip at Mowbeck Way will see social distancing measures, such as the council managing the amount of people and cars going on site at any one time.

Therefore, residents must book a time slot via www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/clickandtip. Slots will be released shortly, for up to two weeks in advance.

Residents will also be able to book a slot via 01522 552222. This line is open Monday – Friday 8am – 6pm.

Residents will be only able to go on site if they have a confirmed booking.

Initially, tips will only be able to accept garden waste and wood, and then look to introduce other types of waste as and when we can.

No vans, pickups or trailers will be allowed on site at this time.

Users must be able to unload and carry their waste to the containers. Those who are a disabled driver/blue badge holder, are asked to bring someone with them to unload their waste. Due to social distancing rules, staff will not be able to assist in unloading vehicles or putting waste into the containers.

For added reassurance, the council will be regularly cleaning and disinfecting the sites.

Users will need to have ID and proof of address in the county, so they must bring a driving license with them.

Eddy Poll, executive councillor for waste and recycling at Lincolnshire County Council, said: "I know it's been frustrating having the sites closed for almost six weeks and we know many residents have excess waste to dispose of.

"We're introducing a new booking system so we can safely manage the numbers of people into and out of the sites, quantities and operate within the government's social distancing guidelines.

"Many residents have been in touch about their garden waste, so with this in mind, we will be open for green waste and wood first. Again, I know many residents will have other waste to dispose of and we are working hard to see how we can accept these in a safe manner.

"We are grateful for your patience, and by working together we can safely restore this much needed service."

Before people book a slot, they are asked to consider the following essential guidance -

Only visit if it is absolutely necessary e.g. if excess waste represent a health and safety risk