Recycling news: 2025
Fresh every day from industry press, GOV.UK and research feeds — plus the historical archive. Last updated 23 Jul 2026.
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Global
Oceans, hope, environmental justice, critiques of capitalism: 6 books to start 2026
Here are 6 inspiring books discussing oceans, critiques of capitalism, the Indigenous fight for environmental justice, and hope
Greenpeace International · 31 Dec 2025
Research & science
Microplastics are leaking invisible chemical clouds into water
Microplastics in rivers, lakes, and oceans aren’t just drifting debris—they’re constantly leaking invisible clouds of chemicals into the water. New research shows that sunlight drives this process, causing different plastics to release distinct and evolving mixtures of dissolved organic compounds as they weather. These chemical plumes are surprisingly complex, often richer and more biologically…
ScienceDaily — Pollution · 31 Dec 2025
Policy & government
Ms L B Dethling v The Commissioner of the Police of the Metropolis: 3301946/2023
Employment Tribunal decision.
GOV.UK · 31 Dec 2025
Industry news
CIWEM trustee Nicholas Howden awarded MBE - The Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management
CIWEM (Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management) · 31 Dec 2025
Policy & government
Mr A Handa v The Station Hotel (Newcastle) Ltd and Others: 2500982/2024
Employment Tribunal decision.
GOV.UK · 31 Dec 2025
Global
Bioplastics Newsletter (29)
Read the articles and watch social media clips.
Bioplastics News · 31 Dec 2025
Policy & government
P Duffy v London North Eastern Railway Ltd: 2502343/2023
Employment Tribunal decision.
GOV.UK · 31 Dec 2025
Policy & government
R Campbell and Others v London North Eastern Railway Ltd: 2501510/2023 and Others
Employment Tribunal decision.
GOV.UK · 31 Dec 2025
Industry news
Litter Heroes Ambassadors - Keep Britain Tidy
Keep Britain Tidy · 31 Dec 2025
Industry news
Lessons for waste regulation and enforcement reform from 2025
MRW Lessons for waste regulation and enforcement reform from 2025 A specialist in environmental law looks at the impact that a number of developments around waste regulation and enforcement will have on the sector’s work in 2026. Lessons for waste regulation and enforcement reform from 2025 Neil Merrett
MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 31 Dec 2025
Industry news
PLASTICFREE PLATFORM - A PLASTIC PLANET
A Plastic Planet · 31 Dec 2025
Policy & government
5c Romola Road, London, SE24 9BA: LON/00AY/OLR/2025/0928
First Tier Property Tribunal - Final Reasoned Decision of Mr N Martindale BSc MSc FRICS
GOV.UK · 31 Dec 2025
Policy & government
5C, Greville Road, London. NW6 5HY: LON/00AG/HMF/2025/0610
First Tier Property Tribunal – Final Reasoned Decision of Judge N O’Brien, Mr Steve Wheeler MCIEH, CEnvH
GOV.UK · 31 Dec 2025
Policy & government
Top Floor Flat, 106 Brewery Road, Plumstead, London, SE18 1NG: LON/00AL/HNA/2025/0693
First Tier Property Tribunal - Final Reasoned Decision by Judge Pittaway & Ms S Coughlin MCIEH
GOV.UK · 31 Dec 2025
Policy & government
The Cottage, 6B Kings Avenue, London SW4 8BD: LON/00AY/HMB/2025/0009
First Tier Property Tribunal - Final Reasoned Decision of Judge Nicol & Ms S Coughlin MCIEH
GOV.UK · 31 Dec 2025
Policy & government
19 Ballance Road, London E9 5ST: LON/00AM/HMF/2025/0749
First Tier Property Tribunal - Final Reasoned Decision of Judge Brandler & Ms L Crane, CEnvH MCIEH
GOV.UK · 31 Dec 2025
Policy & government
69 Cary Road, London, E11 3LG - LON/00BH/HNA/2025/0605
Residential Property Tribunal Decision of Judge Pittaway and Tribunal Member Mason on 8 December 2025.
GOV.UK · 31 Dec 2025
Policy & government
19 Huxley Road, N18 1NW: LON/00AK/HMF/2025/0722
Residential Property Tribunal decision of Judge S. McKeown and Mr. Andrew Thomas RB1 FRICS MBA MIFireE on 8 December 2025
GOV.UK · 31 Dec 2025
Policy & government
Flat 168 Building 22 Cadogan Road, SE18 6YN: LON/00AL/HMF/2025/0719
Residential Property Tribunal Decision of Judge Shepherd and Fiona MacLeod MCIEH on 2 December 2025
GOV.UK · 31 Dec 2025
Policy & government
285 Lyham Road London SW2 5NS: LON/00AY/HMF/2025/0715
First Tier Property Tribunal - Final Reasoned Decision of Tribunal Judge O’Brien & Mr Andrew Morrison
GOV.UK · 31 Dec 2025
Policy & government
28 Lennox Road, London, N4 3JQ - LON/00AU/HMJ/2025/0002
Residential Property Tribunal Decision of Judge Jack and Tribunal Member Kershaw on 26 November 2025
GOV.UK · 31 Dec 2025
Industry news
An argument for UK-wide access to repair services
MRW An argument for UK-wide access to repair services Attempts to push reuse and repair initiatives and promote more sustainable consumption patterns at a national scale risk being held back by limited infrastructure, an industry expert argues. An argument for UK-wide access to repair services Neil Merrett
MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 31 Dec 2025
Policy & government
Dr M Yousef v Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult: 8002222/2024
Employment Tribunal decision.
GOV.UK · 31 Dec 2025
Policy & government
Mr M Z Sami v Denny Enterprises International Ltd: 8001071/2025
Employment Tribunal decision.
GOV.UK · 31 Dec 2025
Policy & government
21 Clarendon Rise, Hither Green, London SE13 5ES - LON/00AZ/HMF/2025/0687
First-Tier Property Tribunal Final Reason Decision of Judge Tagliavini and Mr S Wheeler MCIEH, CEnvH
GOV.UK · 31 Dec 2025
Industry news
Festive period driving plastic tub ‘tidal wave’, warns Greene King
MRW Festive period driving plastic tub ‘tidal wave’, warns Greene King Brewer encourages people to keep tubs out of landfill and incineration by taking part in ‘Tub2pub’ scheme in January and February Festive period driving plastic tub ‘tidal wave’, warns Greene King MRW Reporter
MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 31 Dec 2025
Global
Bioplastics Newsletter (28)
Read the articles and watch social media clips.
Bioplastics News · 31 Dec 2025
Global
Top 10 biggest plastic scandals in Italy
Dear ChatGPT, What are the top 10 biggest plastic industry scandals in Italy?
Bioplastics News · 31 Dec 2025
Policy & government
Retail of veterinary medicines
Prescribing or supplying veterinary medicines including requirements for registration and inspection of premises.
GOV.UK · 31 Dec 2025
Industry news
The duo kite-skiing 4000 kilometres across Antarctica for science
An explorer and a glaciologist are kite-skiing across Antarctica with a ground-penetrating radar to gather data that will help understand the past and future of the ice sheet
New Scientist — Environment · 31 Dec 2025
Industry news
6 expert predictions for sustainability in 2026
What will the year ahead bring in terms of environmental economics and organisational priorities? Without a crystal ball to hand, we asked one of Europe’s most influential strategy and transformation experts. It’s impossible to see the future, and almost as hard to predict it. But, thankfully, some people are better at gauging emerging trends. And […]
Environment Journal · 31 Dec 2025
Policy & government
Explore immigration programs - ircc.canada.ca
Environment and Climate Change Canada · 31 Dec 2025
Policy & government
Pilot Scheme for Electric Public Light Buses - Environmental Protection Department (EPD)
Hong Kong EPD · 31 Dec 2025
Policy & government
Working for British Consulate General Wuhan
GOV.UK · 31 Dec 2025
Policy & government
Working for British Consulate General Shanghai
GOV.UK · 31 Dec 2025
Policy & government
Working for British Consulate General Chongqing
GOV.UK · 31 Dec 2025
Policy & government
Working for British Consulate General Guangzhou
GOV.UK · 31 Dec 2025
Policy & government
Working for British Embassy Beijing
GOV.UK · 31 Dec 2025
Industry news
Encyclis Launches Energy-from-Waste Apprenticeships - Encyclis
Encyclis · 31 Dec 2025
Policy & government
All aboard for savings: the Great British Rail Sale returns!
Discounted train tickets from almost all operators in Britain will be available to buy between 6 January to 12 January 2026.
GOV.UK · 31 Dec 2025