Recycling news: 2023

Global PPWR: container glass industry welcomes EP decision to protect distinctive packaging designs FEVE (European Container Glass Federation) · 22 Nov 2023 Policy & government ESFA Update: 22 November 2023 ESFA Update contains the latest information and actions from the Education and Skills Funding Agency for academies, local authorities and further education providers. GOV.UK · 22 Nov 2023 Policy & government Reduce your risk from terrorism while abroad How to minimise your risk, and what to do if there's a terrorist attack. GOV.UK · 22 Nov 2023 Council news Public Registers - Mole Valley District Council Mole Valley Council · 22 Nov 2023 Policy & government Increasing the maximum prison term for tax fraud This measure is about amending the legislation to increase the maximum sentence from 7 to 14 years for all criminal penalties applied in cases of fraud in relation to revenue and duties. GOV.UK · 22 Nov 2023 Policy & government Changes to the Aggregates Levy rate from 1 April 2024 This tax information and impact note confirms the new rate of Aggregates Levy for tax year 2024 to 2025. GOV.UK · 22 Nov 2023 Policy & government Landfill Tax rates for 2024 to 2025 This tax information and impact note details the increase in Landfill Tax in line with Retail Price Index (RPI) for 2024 to 2025. GOV.UK · 22 Nov 2023 Policy & government Research, development and innovation (RDI) organisational landscape: an independent review An examination of the mix of UK organisations performing RDI, with recommendations to make the most of the UK's research organisational landscape, ensuring it is effective, sustainable and responsive to global challenges - and the government response highlighting the action it will take to build a more diverse, resilient and investable landscape. GOV.UK · 22 Nov 2023 Policy & government Stuart Harris Associates Ltd v Ms A Goburdhun: [2023] EAT 145 Employment Appeal Tribunal Judgment of Mr Justice Choudhury, Mr Nick Aziz, and Miss Emma Lenehan on 17 November 2023. GOV.UK · 22 Nov 2023 Policy & government Changes to Plastic Packaging Tax rates from 1 April 2024 This tax information and impact note is about the increase in the rate of Plastic Packaging Tax from 1 April 2024. GOV.UK · 22 Nov 2023 Industry news Anthesis Appoints David Nussbaum as Chair of the Board Anthesis, the leading global pure-play sustainability advisory and solutions firm, announced today that David Nussbaum has been appointed as its new Chair. David’s executive career spans international organisations in the private and NGO sectors, including five years as Chief Executive of The Elders, a group of independent global leaders – mainly former Presidents and UN... Anthesis Group · 22 Nov 2023 Industry news Eco prevents over 89,000 tonnes of CO2e entering atmosphere Eco Sustainable Solutions prevented 89,435 tonnes of CO2e from entering the atmosphere last year by diverting waste from landfill, creating products and producing green energy, according to the company’s 2022 sustainability report. Wood Recyclers Association · 22 Nov 2023 Global Appeal to keep DRS in the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation Reloop signed an appeal against removing mandatory provision for deposit return systems from new EU regulation. Reloop Platform · 22 Nov 2023 Industry news Food waste hacks to avoid wasting food this Christmas Recycle for Greater Manchester · 22 Nov 2023 Industry news Rethink Gifting this Christmas with Renew! If you’re looking to save money this Christmas but still give your loved ones the perfect gift, Renew has just what you need! Recycle for Greater Manchester · 22 Nov 2023 Policy & government Advance information requirements for international General Aviation flights A proposal to require people responsible for international General Aviation (GA) flights to submit information online and in advance about flights and people on board. GOV.UK · 22 Nov 2023 Policy & government Hormone Treatments for Children and Young People with Gender Dysphoria A POSTnote describing hormone treatments that may be used to treat gender dysphoria in children and young people. It summarises the evidence on their safety and effectiveness, and highlights stakeholder perspectives. POST (Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology) · 22 Nov 2023 Industry news Making A Splash At The British Down Syndrome Swimming Championships 2023 The post Making A Splash At The British Down Syndrome Swimming Championships 2023 appeared first on Powerday . Powerday · 22 Nov 2023 Industry news WasteAid launches ambitious £1 million fundraising campaign to mark a decade of making a difference WasteAid, the UK-based environmental and development charity, is aiming to celebrate its 10th anniversary by raising £1 million over the next two years. The non-profit organisation will mark a decade of reducing the environmental impact of dumped and burned organic, plastic, electronic, and textile waste around the globe in 2025. The campaign will allow it […] WasteAid · 22 Nov 2023 Industry news Understanding the remarkably massive four year old Antarctic ozone hole The Antarctic ozone hole has been exceptionally large and persistent for the last four years, and chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) may not be the main culprit, researchers from the University of Otago find. Open Access Government — Environment · 22 Nov 2023 Industry news New Environment Secretary to ‘reconsider’ mandatory food waste reporting In one of his first moves as Environment Secretary, Steve Barclay will “reconsider” whether there should be mandatory food waste reporting in the future for large businesses. In an announcement yesterday evening (22 November), Defra explained that a previous consultation response published earlier this year saying that voluntary reporting will be explored has now been … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 22 Nov 2023 Industry news Reconomy expands compliance division with Envirokey acquisition Reconomy has today (22 November) announced the acquisition of Envirokey, which includes the packaging compliance scheme Smart Comply and the PRN brokerage firm Envirovert. Both will sit as “sister brands” alongside Valpak as part of Reconomy’s comply proposition in the UK, which offers customers environmental compliance, data management, deposit returns and sustainability consultancy services. … letsrecycle.com News · 22 Nov 2023 Industry news News in brief (22/11/23) With news on: South Tyneside council has announced that bin collections will resume after industrial action; Belfast to run Christmas toy collection; Hounslow launches free collection service for textiles; and, 2023 apprentice cohort starts at Enfinium. South Tyneside resumes collections after industrial action South Tyneside has said collections resumed yesterday (21 November) for grey househo… letsrecycle.com News · 22 Nov 2023 Industry news Bywaters launch Recyclopedia We're proud to announce The Recyclopedia! Bywaters has created an accessible and easy-to-use database for recycling. Bywaters · 22 Nov 2023 Industry news WasteAid launches £1 million fundraising campaign WasteAid has announced its 10th anniversary fundraising campaign, which aims to raise £1 million over the next two years. The charity develops programmes that support a local circular economy, and provide livelihood opportunities, training and skills for its programme participants, while also investing in locally appropriate infrastructure. Its fundraising efforts will focus on expanding its pa… letsrecycle.com News · 22 Nov 2023 Global Zero Waste Europe Changemakers: Polish Zero Waste Association (PZWA) Every month, the ZWE Changemakers’ campaign highlights a member organisation from across Europe. This month we introduce you the Polish Zero Waste Association: The Polish Zero Waste Association promotes actively the principles of the 5Rs (refuse, reduce, reuse, repurpose, and recycle) and works towards advancing the concept of a circular economy in Poland. Active for […] Zero Waste Europe · 22 Nov 2023 Industry news The Agricultural Transition Plan should be a plan for nature positive farming There are only seven years left to meet England’s species abundance target to halt nature decline by 2030 and then reverse it by 2042. Yet nearly one in six UK species are threatened with extinction and the farmland bird index has declined by 59 per […] Green Alliance blog (Inside Track) · 22 Nov 2023 Council news Standards of Conduct - Mole Valley District Council Mole Valley Council · 22 Nov 2023 Council news Animal Licences - Mole Valley District Council Mole Valley Council · 22 Nov 2023 Industry news ‘Refill revolution’ needed to dramatically slash environmental impact of packaging, study finds Exponentially scaling reusable options could reduce the water and emissions footprint of packaging by up to 70% and also cut material use by 75%. edie — Circular Economy tag · 22 Nov 2023 Policy & government Evolving the regulatory approach to master trusts A review of the master trusts authorisation and supervisory regime and the wider market. GOV.UK · 22 Nov 2023 Industry news Polytag brings home TWO trophies at the MRW National Recycling Award 2023 At the recent MRW National Recycling Awards in London, Polytag achieved a remarkable double victory, highlighting our commitment to innovation in the recycling sector. Rosa Knox-Bradley, our dedicated Project Manager, was honoured with the Rising Star Award for her impactful work in sustainable recycling practices. Additionally, our collaboration with Ocado Retail on a digital deposit return sc… Polytag news · 21 Nov 2023 Council news User details - Margaret Thomas - Anglesey County Council Isle of Anglesey Council · 21 Nov 2023 Industry news EVIOSYS WINS BEST IN METAL AWARD FOR ECOPEELTM L-R Dr David Hall, R&D Director, Eviosys; Francois Querrioux, Chief Operating Officer, Eviosys; Aidan Ruddock, Commercial Director North Europe, Eviosys. Hot on the heels of its UK Packaging Awards triumph, […] MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 21 Nov 2023 Policy & government Consistency in household and business recycling in England Seeking views on our plans to increase the consistency in materials collected for recycling in England. GOV.UK · 21 Nov 2023 Council news Search for a Planning Application - Mole Valley District Council Mole Valley Council · 21 Nov 2023 Council news Community - Mole Valley District Council Mole Valley Council · 21 Nov 2023 Council news Payments - Mole Valley District Council Mole Valley Council · 21 Nov 2023 Council news Waste, Recycling and Bins - Mole Valley District Council Mole Valley Council · 21 Nov 2023 Industry news Enva acquires WEEE recycler Environcom Enva has confirmed the acquisition of Grantham-based waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) recycler Environcom for an undisclosed fee. Environcom employs 170 people and has licenced recycling facilities in Grantham (Lincolnshire) and Stourbridge (West Midlands). The two sites process 12,000 fridges a week as well as IT hardware & telecoms equipment, computer monitors & TV … Read More… letsrecycle.com News · 21 Nov 2023