Recycling news: 2026

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

Council news Charities presented with cheques by former Mayor of Oadby & Wigston Former Mayor of Oadby & Wigston, Cllr Jasvir Chohan, has presented representatives from her two chosen charities, the Rotary Club of Oadby - Memory Café and the Air Ambulance Service with cheques for £3,388.96 each. Oadby and Wigston Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Further waste collection changes due to hot weather In response to the further spell of hot weather, Warwick District Council’s waste collection teams will begin their rounds at 5am for the remainder of this week (8 to 10 July). Warwick Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Traffic restrictions for Belladrum Festival 2026 Motorists are being advised of a series of temporary road closures, speed limits and traffic restrictions that will be in place to support the safe running of the Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival 2026. Highland Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Temporary Blackhall Library opens at Davidson’s Mains Primary School Blackhall Library has reopened in a new temporary facility next to Davidson’s Mains Primary School. City of Edinburgh Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Council Chairperson - Cyngor Gwynedd Gwynedd Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Tenders and procurement - Cyngor Gwynedd Gwynedd Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Caerphilly - Caerphilly County Borough Council Caerphilly Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Project: Cultural Strategy - Organisation and Freelancer... - Stirling Council Stirling Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Spades in the ground for White Oak housing scheme Sevenoaks District Council has officially broken ground on a new housing project in Swanley, which is helping to pay back the costs of building Swanley’s new leisure centre. Sevenoaks Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Events Listing - Dacorum Borough Council Dacorum Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Closure Order granted on house at centre of crime and anti-social behaviour Magistrates have approved a Closure Order on a Hartlepool property following complaints of persistent criminal and anti-social behaviour, including drug dealing, violence and disorder. Hartlepool Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Council awarded £50k funding to carry out heat network assessments to improve heating efficiency at older persons’ homes Oxford City Council has been awarded £50,000 of government funding to carry out detailed assessment of heating systems at three Council-owned older persons’ accommodation sites. Oxford Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Anti-social behaviour reporting – how to request a case review - news.wrexham.gov.uk Wrexham Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news New e-bike scheme to be launched in Stirling - Stirling Council Stirling Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Leading architects appointed for new Falkirk Town Hall - Falkirk Council Falkirk Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news South Ribble’s clear plan to deliver more affordable, high quality homes. South Ribble Borough Council has approved a new, refreshed housing strategy to come into play from 2026 until 2031. South Ribble Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Rounds of applause as bin crews start early to defy scorcher - Erewash Borough Council Erewash Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Graduation ceremony recognises the achievements of young people in Bolton The Mayor of Bolton, Councillor Mohammed Iqbal, presented certificates of achievement to Bolton’s supported interns at a graduation ceremony in the Albert Halls, Bolton on Monday, 29 June. Bolton Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Off Grid Heating Fuel Support Scheme - Cyngor Gwynedd Gwynedd Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Issue details - Epsom and Ewell Borough Council | Epsom and Ewell Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news North Ayrshire Open Art Exhibition returns - North Ayrshire Council North Ayrshire Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Proposals to target financial support where it makes the biggest difference Next week, Cabinet Members will discuss plans to build on last year’s cost of living support, while making sure money is spent where it makes the biggest difference.Councillor William Brown,... Barnsley Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Unearth Hidden Gems this summer with a new programme of Armagh City Guided Walking Tours The Ancient Cathedral City of Armagh is undoubtedly one of the most visually stunning and historically intriguing locations on the island of Ireland. From pre-historic landscapes to an unmatched Georgian architecture, modern day Armagh is built against a rich backdrop of antiquity, clearly visible through its iconic buildings and beautiful open spaces. One of the […] Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Get building work certified (regularisation) - Buckinghamshire Council Buckinghamshire Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Young innovators shine at Monmouthshire LEGO STEM event Pupils from across Monmouthshire came together to showcase their creativity, teamwork and coding skills at a dynamic LEGO STEM event held at Caldicot School on Thursday, 18 June 2026. ... Monmouthshire Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Order taxi items or vary licence information - Buckinghamshire Council Buckinghamshire Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Partners launch summer crackdown on town centre crime Northamptonshire Police and partners have launched Operation Workforce, a nine-week summer initiative targeting town centre crime, anti-social behaviour, violence, drugs, and youth engagement. West Northamptonshire Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Year-end performance report celebrates growing town centre footfall The number of people visiting Barnsley town centre has been higher than expected this year. Footfall reached more than 9.3 million visits, which is 21% above target. That’s around 1.6... Barnsley Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Henna & Ayurveda: for South Asian Heritage Month Henna & Ayurveda: for South Asian Heritage Month Gang Han Tue, 07/07/2026 - 13:15 South Asian Heritage Month at Church Street Library Location: Church Street Library 67 Church Street London NW8 8EU United Kingdom Next event date and time: Starts on Friday, 24 July 2026 at 5:00pm Ends on Friday, 24 July 2026 at 6:30pm How to book: Register via Eventbrite for either one of the events or both.… Westminster Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Our local transport plan - Buckinghamshire Council Buckinghamshire Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news One month in: Mayor of the Royal Borough of Greenwich shares special moments since his inauguration One month in: Mayor of the Royal Borough of Greenwich shares special moments since his inauguration Khadija.Taboada Tue 07/07/2026 12:05pm As Mayor, I’m fortunate to meet so many incredible people, visit so many inspiring places and celebrate the very best of our borough. Each month, I’ll use this blog to share some of the highlights from my diary, giving you a glimpse of the people, organisati… Greenwich Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news We join partners in multi-agency crackdown on used car sales in ‘Operation Ignition’ We join partners in multi-agency crackdown on used car sales in ‘Operation Ignition’ Anonymous (not verified) Tue 07/07/2026 9:09am 7 July 2026 Business Trading Standards A coordinated enforcement operation targeting used car sales businesses in Leighton Buzzard has been successfully carried out by our Trading Standards service, in partnership with Bedfordshire Police, the Bedfordshire Road Saf… Central Bedfordshire Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Have your say on submitted sites as part of the new Local Plan Have your say on submitted sites as part of the new Local Plan Anonymous (not verified) Tue 07/07/2026 7:45am 7 July 2026 Planning The new Local Plan will help shape how Central Bedfordshire grows up to 2050. It will set out how the area can meet future needs for homes, jobs and infrastructure, while creating and maintaining great places to live, protecting the countryside, green spaces, histor… Central Bedfordshire Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Explore the archives and local history library - Buckinghamshire Council Buckinghamshire Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Great Yarmouth Borough Council - Great Yarmouth Borough Council Great Yarmouth Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Armagh City Welcomes Back 7 Hills Blues Fest Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council is delighted to once again host the 7 Hills Blues Fest, as the much-loved festival returns to Armagh City this summer. Taking place from Friday 31 July to Sunday 2 August, the festival promises a vibrant celebration of music, culture and community, with more than 40 free performances […] Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Rawtenstall’s Town of Culture Bid Rawtenstall is officially in the running to become UK Town of Culture 2028, and we’re proud to be putting our borough on a national stage. Rossendale Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Find a Welcoming Space - Buckinghamshire Council Buckinghamshire Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Council leader renews call to extend protected Lincolnshire Wolds landscape North Lincolnshire Council is calling on the Government to finally deliver long-promised protection for the northern Lincolnshire Wolds after years… North Lincolnshire Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Council Tax: Moving in or out - Buckinghamshire Council Buckinghamshire Council · 7 Jul 2026