Recycling news: 2026
Fresh every day from industry press, GOV.UK and research feeds — plus the historical archive. Last updated 28 Jul 2026.
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Industry news
Why councils should not wait for Westminster to fix social care - localgov.co.uk
LocalGov · 22 Jul 2026
Research & science
Jobs abroad or jobs in Africa? Why a focus on work in other countries shouldn’t replace opportunities at home
Questions persist over ethical recruitment from countries already facing healthcare workforce shortages.
University of Cambridge — The Conversation institution feed · 22 Jul 2026
Research & science
Scientific Report on consumer health‐based guidance values for trifluoroacetic acid - EFSA - Wiley Online Library
Journal of Industrial Ecology (Wiley) · 22 Jul 2026
Council news
Help us keep your electoral details up to date
Have you checked your electoral registration details lately? If not, you might miss out on your chance to vote on important decisions that affect our community. The annual canvass of...
North East Lincolnshire Council · 22 Jul 2026
Council news
Barnsley visitor economy continues to grow as new figures show another strong year
New tourism figures show another successful year for Barnsley, with more people visiting the borough and spending more money in local businesses.The latest STEAM data shows that Barnsley welcomed more...
Barnsley Council · 22 Jul 2026
Policy & government
Kent waste operator loses environmental permit
Fire-risk among Environment Agency’s many concerns
GOV.UK Environment Agency news — waste · 22 Jul 2026
Policy & government
Written Statement: Summary of announcements made at the Royal Welsh Agricultural Show 2026 (22 July 2026) - gov.wales
Welsh Government News · 22 Jul 2026
Council news
Public consultation launched for Torbay’s new Destination Management Plan - Torbay Council
Torbay Council · 22 Jul 2026
Research & science
Black coral shapes influence how microscopic cilia move food and oxygen
An international research team led by scientists from the Max Planck Institute for Marine Microbiology in Bremen and the Leibniz Institute for Baltic Sea Research Warnemünde (IOW) investigated how the shape of black corals influences the functions of their cilia. The findings are published in the journal Communications Biology.
Phys.org — 'waste' search feed · 22 Jul 2026
Global
Recology acquires Tahoe Truckee Sierra Disposal
The transaction is expected to close this fall, with the company taking on the Recology Tahoe Truckee name.
Waste Today Magazine · 22 Jul 2026
Global
Recology to acquire Tahoe Truckee Sierra Disposal
The transaction is expected to close this fall, with the company taking on the Recology Tahoe Truckee name.
Recycling Today · 22 Jul 2026
Global
Recology to acquire Tahoe Truckee Sierra Disposal
The transaction is expected to close this fall, with the company taking on the Recology Tahoe Truckee name.
Waste Today Magazine · 22 Jul 2026
Global
Significant Injury Occurs at Troubled Camden EMR Recycling Facility
The EMR scrap metal recycling plant in Camden, New Jersey, is under scrutiny again following an injury at the location.
Waste360 · 22 Jul 2026
Research & science
Nanoscale additive manufacturing of metals, alloys, and metal oxides - Nature
Nature subject feed — Environmental Sciences · 22 Jul 2026
Global
REI Expands Footprint with Acquisition of MRE Strengthening Nationwide Presence
Recycling Equipment Inc, headquartered in Newton, NC, has acquired Midwest Recycling Equipment.
Waste360 · 22 Jul 2026
Council news
243 public EV charging points installed across Wrexham County Borough - news.wrexham.gov.uk
Wrexham Council · 22 Jul 2026
Industry news
OPRL Monthly Round-Up (October 2026)
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OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) · 22 Jul 2026
Industry news
World Cup boots rapid grocery delivery to yearly share highs
Fmcg sales via quick commerce services like Deliveroo, Uber Eats and supermarkets’ own rapid delivery apps hit 14% of all online grocery sales on the day of the England football team’s World Cup quarter-final match, the data shows
The Grocer — sustainability · 22 Jul 2026
Industry news
World Cup boosts rapid grocery delivery to yearly share highs
Fmcg sales via quick commerce services like Deliveroo, Uber Eats and supermarkets’ own rapid delivery apps hit 14% of all online grocery sales on the day of the England football team’s World Cup quarter-final match, the data shows
The Grocer — sustainability · 22 Jul 2026
Council news
Hinckley to benefit from new banking hub
Residents and businesses across Hinckley and Bosworth are set to benefit from a new banking hub, bringing vital face-to-face banking services back to the town centre.
Hinckley and Bosworth Council · 22 Jul 2026
Council news
Community Grants and Funding Programme supports local projects - Elmbridge Borough Council
Elmbridge Council · 22 Jul 2026
Council news
Community Frieze artwork unveiled at Boorley Green - Eastleigh Borough Council
Eastleigh Council · 22 Jul 2026
Global
ReSpark acquires UptimePM
The equipment maintenance and facility management platform will be rebranded as ReSpark Maintenance.
Recycling Today · 22 Jul 2026
Council news
Moray residents urged to remain vigilant of wildfire risk - Moray Council
Moray Council · 22 Jul 2026
Council news
Welcome to the Northumberland County Council Careers Hub - jobs.northumberland.gov.uk
Northumberland Council · 22 Jul 2026
Council news
Green flag awards 2026 - Swale Borough Council
Swale Council · 22 Jul 2026
Industry news
Responsible Glass publishes draft global sustainability standard
MRW Responsible Glass publishes draft global sustainability standard Coalition glassmaking sector groups launch consultation on framework draft for creating new global certification scheme Responsible Glass publishes draft global sustainability standard Daniel Bosley
MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 22 Jul 2026
Industry news
Can we have a world without PFAS? - Chemistry World
Chemistry World · 22 Jul 2026
Global
New Research Highlights Opportunity to Strengthen Consumer Battery Recycling Education
Ninety-nine percent of Americans use a lithium-powered device every day, but a new study from Cirba Solutions finds that most don't know how or where to recycle the batteries inside them.
Waste360 · 22 Jul 2026
Council news
Local organisations invited to host healthy‑eating workshops - news.wrexham.gov.uk
Wrexham Council · 22 Jul 2026
Council news
Join Ruils for a Disability Pride celebration event - London Borough of Richmond upon Thames
Richmond upon Thames Council · 22 Jul 2026
Council news
Sheen Food Fest returns this September - London Borough of Richmond upon Thames
Richmond upon Thames Council · 22 Jul 2026
Council news
Search results - Dudley Council
Dudley Council · 22 Jul 2026
Industry news
MPAS sets out priorities for Scottish Government - Agg-Net
Agg-Net · 22 Jul 2026
Council news
M6 Tebay South
M6 Tebay South Anonymous (not verified) Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:35 Air temperature 21.50 Dew temperature 10.80 Relative humidity 50.00 Surface state 4.00 Surface temperature 38.60 Timestamp Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:20 Vaisala id 15382 Visibility 2000.00 Wind direction 341.00 Wind speed 2.40
Cumberland Council · 22 Jul 2026
Council news
A66 Banks Gate
A66 Banks Gate Anonymous (not verified) Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:35 Air temperature 20.70 Dew temperature 10.30 Relative humidity 51.00 Surface state 4.00 Surface temperature 38.00 Timestamp Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:20 Vaisala id 12686 Visibility 2000.00 Wind direction 243.00 Wind speed 2.60
Cumberland Council · 22 Jul 2026
Council news
A591 Kendal Bypass
A591 Kendal Bypass Anonymous (not verified) Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:35 Air temperature 22.40 Dew temperature 14.50 Relative humidity 61.00 Surface state 4.00 Surface temperature 37.70 Timestamp Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:30 Vaisala id 12639 Wind direction 103.00 Wind speed 0.50
Cumberland Council · 22 Jul 2026
Council news
B5305 Skelton Crossroads
B5305 Skelton Crossroads Anonymous (not verified) Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:35 Air temperature 22.90 Dew temperature 11.20 Relative humidity 48.00 Surface state 4.00 Surface temperature 44.80 Timestamp Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:30 Vaisala id 12441
Cumberland Council · 22 Jul 2026
Council news
Unthank
Unthank Anonymous (not verified) Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:35 Air temperature 22.40 Dew temperature 10.40 Relative humidity 47.00 Surface state 4.00 Surface temperature 50.00 Timestamp Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:30 Vaisala id 12359 Wind direction 355.00 Wind speed 1.00
Cumberland Council · 22 Jul 2026
Council news
A591 Windermere
A591 Windermere Anonymous (not verified) Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:35 Air temperature 22.70 Dew temperature 14.50 Relative humidity 60.00 Surface state 4.00 Surface temperature 44.70 Timestamp Wed, 22/07/2026 - 14:30 Vaisala id 12237 Wind direction 239.00 Wind speed 1.50
Cumberland Council · 22 Jul 2026