Changes to collection charges for bulky items are to begin from July 1, South Gloucestershire Council says.

The authority is to begin charging £15 per collection of up to three large items to “bring it into line” with other councils in the area.

Currently people living in Bradley Stoke can take advantage of one free collection a year before the £15 fee kicks in.

Heather Goddard, executive member for communities, said: “Introducing this will bring us in line with other neighbouring councils and will also allow us to put additional funding into improving recycling and waste minimisation.”

• Related link: South Gloucestershire Council recycling information