Recycling news: 2024

Fresh every day from industry press, GOV.UK and research feeds — plus the historical archive. Last updated 1 Aug 2026.

Policy & government Mr S A Ali v Birmingham City University: 1302971/2021 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 23 May 2024 Council news 111th Lord Mayor of Kingston upon Hull installed - Hull City Council Kingston upon Hull Council · 23 May 2024 Council news Archived News: Village halls latest to benefit from £100k fund - Big Blue Door North Kesteven Council · 23 May 2024 Policy & government Hydrogen cyanamide reassessment - NZ EPA NZ EPA · 23 May 2024 Industry news Mondi breaks ground on €200 million recycled containerboard mill investment in Duino, Italy - Mondi Group Mondi newsroom · 23 May 2024 Policy & government CMA presses ahead with full investigation into vets market The CMA has today confirmed its decision to launch a market investigation into the veterinary sector and published tips to help pet owners struggling with vet costs now. GOV.UK · 23 May 2024 Industry news Tackling Metal Theft: A Collaborative Approach Robin Edwards, owner of ONIS Consulting and consultant to Industry and Law Enforcement Agencies, discusses the impact of metal theft on the UK economy, highlighting the progress of the National Infrastructure Crime Reduction Partnership; he emphasises the need for collaborative efforts and strategic enforcement to combat this pervasive issue. ATF Professional · 23 May 2024 Policy & government Shared ownership: government response to the Select Committee report The government‘s response to the House of Commons Select Committee fifth report on shared ownership. GOV.UK · 22 May 2024 Policy & government AAIB Report: Amateur-built balloon (DB-6R), G-CMFS, on 25 June 2023 Report into a fatal accident involving an amateur-built balloon (DB-6R), G-CMFS, Ombersley Court, Worcestershire, 25 June 2023 GOV.UK · 22 May 2024 Council news Councillor Sarah Devereux - democracy.e-lindsey.gov.uk East Lindsey Council · 22 May 2024 Industry news Cory Topco Sustainability Report 2023 - Cory Group Cory Group · 22 May 2024 Industry news Biodiversity Best Practice Guide The Environmental Services Association (ESA) has today (Wednesday 22nd May 2024) published an update to its biodiversity best practice guidance for recycling and waste management operators – helping the industry […] ESA (Environmental Services Association) · 22 May 2024 Industry news ESA publishes updated biodiversity best practice guide for waste sector To align with the International Day for Biological Diversity, the Environmental Services Association (ESA) has today (Wednesday 22nd May 2024) published an update to its biodiversity best practice guidance for recycling and […] ESA (Environmental Services Association) · 22 May 2024 Council news Policy DES1: Key Design Principles - Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council Basingstoke and Deane Council · 22 May 2024 Council news Countryside access and public rights of way - Shropshire Council Shropshire Council · 22 May 2024 Industry news REA responds to the Prime Minister calling a 04 July 2024 General Election REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 22 May 2024 Industry news Agenda, MPMA PR Committee, 11 June 2024 The post Agenda, MPMA PR Committee, 11 June 2024 appeared first on MPMA . MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 22 May 2024 Industry news Last chance to take part in the National Environmental Services Survey 2024 The Chartered Institution of Wastes Management (CIWM), the Environmental Services Association (ESA) and Groundwork are calling on UK environmental professionals to participate in the annual National Environmental Services Survey 2024, before it closes on 24 May 2024. There have been 1,400 responses already, and they will be discussed in a virtual roundtable on 25 June … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 22 May 2024 Industry news ALDI LAUNCHES THE UK’S FAVOURITE COCKTAIL IN A BOTTLE FOR UNDER £8 On your margs, get set, pour! The margarita has been voted the UK’s favourite cocktail[1] – and with ‘how to make a margarita’ racking up a whopping 80,000 Google searches in a single month[2], Aldi has cocktail lovers sorted this summer with a new ready-to-pour Margarita for less than £8! Available in stores from 23rd […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 22 May 2024 Global #ISWAatIFAT: Main Stage Spotlight ISWA (International Solid Waste Association) · 22 May 2024 Industry news Bradford fines woman over rat infestation caused by waste Bradford council has reported that an individual has been prosecuted for failing to comply with a Community Protection Notice which required the removal of waste from her property. Ms Hafeeza Munir, owner of a property on Southmere Road was fined £950, including costs after pleading guilty to the offence and was obligated to remove the … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 22 May 2024 Industry news EfW contributes 3.2% to UK power output, Oxford study reveals Energy from waste facilities, which convert residual waste into electricity and heat, currently contribute 3.2% to the nation’s power output, according to a report from the Oxford Institute for Energy Studies. The report published today (22 May) a report entitled ‘Carbon capture from energy-from-waste (EfW): A low-hanging fruit for carbon capture and storage (CCS) deployment … Read More The pos… letsrecycle.com News · 22 May 2024 Research & science Newsletter - Departement Architektur | ETH Zürich ETH Zurich News · 22 May 2024 Policy & government DY9 7PD, Environcom (North West) Limited: environmental permit issued – EPR/BB3109LT/V003 View the permit issued for West Midlands Recycling Centre, Stourbridge under the Industrial Emissions Directive. GOV.UK · 22 May 2024 Policy & government Jamaica: country policy and information notes Guidance used by UK Visas and Immigration to make decisions in asylum and human rights applications. GOV.UK · 22 May 2024 Policy & government Ms Jessica Anderson v CAE Crewing Services Ltd: [2024] EAT 78 Employment Appeal Tribunal judgment of Judge Tayler on 22 May 2024. GOV.UK · 22 May 2024 Industry news New evidence demonstrates Furniture Fire Safety regulations must address smoke toxicity Why are chemical flame retardants added to furniture if they do not improve safety? New research explores the toxicity of smoke and gases released from burning flame retardant-treated furniture. Fidra · 22 May 2024 Policy & government Select Committee Area of Research Interest: Artificial Intelligence – international regulation and policy issues The Business and Trade Committee (BTC), together with the International Affairs and National Security Hub, have published an Area of Research Interest (ARI) on international regulatory landscape for Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology. POST (Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology) · 22 May 2024 Industry news Navigating the Global Plastics Treaty negotiations: What should businesses focus on? With the final negotiation round for the Global Plastics Treaty fast approaching, edie spoke with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation (EMF)’s Carsten Wachholz and PepsiCo’s policy lead Darci Vetter about how businesses can advocate for a stronger global treaty while also focusing on impactful local actions. edie — Circular Economy tag · 22 May 2024 Industry news ‘People should be a part of nature, not apart from nature’ – campaigners Campaigners hope to amend dictionary definitions of 'nature' to include humans. Change the definition, change our connection – they say Positive News · 22 May 2024 Industry news Virgin Media O2 awards £500,000 to projects preventing e-waste Telecoms giant Virgin Media O2 has funnelled £500,000 into community-led projects which prevent electronic waste and deliver positive social outcomes. edie — Circular Economy tag · 22 May 2024 Industry news New President for The Recycling Association Celine Grant has become the new President of The Recycling Association. She replaces Craig Curtis who has stepped down after a five-year term as President. Colin Clarke will become the new Vice President of The Recycling Association and will take over from Celine after a two-year term. Celine is Commercial Director at Re-Gen in Northern… The Recycling Association · 22 May 2024 Industry news Manchester AI firm develops lithium battery sorter Lion Vision, a Manchester-based AI specialist, has announced it has “successfully” developed a system that combines advanced vision systems with machine-learning techniques to detect and extract lithium-ion batteries from other waste. The company has reported that its system can analyse over half a million images within a 24-hour period, detecting more than 600-cylinder batteries per … Read Mor… letsrecycle.com News · 22 May 2024 Industry news Time After Time fund to boost WEEE projects Virgin Media 02 and Hubbub has awarded eight electrical waste projects a share of £500,000 from their Time After Time fund. The winners were chosen from more than 120 entries, selected by a judging panel including George Clarke, Material Focus, Good Things Foundation, as well as Hubbub and Virgin Media 02. Now in its second … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 22 May 2024 Policy & government UK sanctions collaborators of Russia’s illegal sham referendums The UK announces 92 sanctions in response to the Russian regime imposing sham referendums in 4 regions of Ukraine. GOV.UK · 22 May 2024 Industry news Flash droughts are intensifying worldwide Severe dry spells, known as flash droughts, are becoming more intense across the globe, according to a recent study. Open Access Government — Environment · 22 May 2024 Industry news How Digital Waste Tracking is cleaning up the industry The post How Digital Waste Tracking is cleaning up the industry appeared first on Reconomy . Reconomy · 22 May 2024 Industry news edie Explains: The Circular Economy This new guide outlines the key business considerations for embracing the circular economy and cutting down on waste. edie — Circular Economy tag · 22 May 2024 Policy & government Ancient trees safeguarded by National Nature Reserve expansion Newly named Moccas Park and Gillian’s Wood National Nature Reserve is home to ancient oaks and sweet chestnut trees dating back many hundreds of years. GOV.UK · 22 May 2024 Industry news LAGER THAN LIFE GIFTING: ALDI LAUNCHES NEW BEER DISPENSER TAP FOR FATHER’S DAY For those looking for the ultimate Father’s Day gift, Aldi has raised the bar with the launch of its NEW Beer Dispenser (£24.99).Shoppers can save an un-beer-lievable £105 compared to other popular retailers with this ideal gift – landing in Aldi’s middle aisle from 2nd June. But shoppers better hop on this quick, as with […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 22 May 2024