Councilor Richard Cleaver, the authority’s cabinet member for property and public engagement, said the current depot was no longer fit for purpose.

He added: “This is a significant capital investment that demonstrates (the council’s) commitment to delivering future-proof services for our residents.”

Meanwhile, council leader Ashley Baxter said the new depot would benefit staff, as well as having a positive impact on the authority’s carbon reduction ambitions.

“The new warehouse building has been designed with energy efficiency in mind and will be more economical to operate,” he said.

“There will be drying areas for staff, plus a canteen and training facilities, plus an emergency planning center and the infrastructure to enable greater use of electric vehicles, saving money on traditional fuel costs,” he added.

The authority said the current depot would remain operational until the new site was ready in 2025/26.

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