Recycling news: 2026

Fresh every day from industry press, GOV.UK and research feeds — plus the historical archive. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.

Policy & government Offender accommodation outcomes, update to March 2025 Performance statistics on housing and accommodation outcomes for people supervised by the Probation Service. GOV.UK · 15 Jan 2026 Policy & government Deprivation of British citizenship: caseworker guidance Immigration staff guidance on deprivation of British citizenship. GOV.UK · 15 Jan 2026 Policy & government F Barnard v Bosco Bristol Ltd: 6006232/2025 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 15 Jan 2026 Policy & government Mobile Supplier Additionality Research An investigation into the relationship between the number of available mobile networks in a location and the resulting benefits of mobile connectivity. GOV.UK · 15 Jan 2026 Policy & government Shared Rural Network Wellbeing Survey The results of a wellbeing and social benefits survey conducted with beneficiaries of the Shared Rural Network programme. GOV.UK · 15 Jan 2026 Policy & government The Benefits and Challenges of 4G Connectivity in Rural Scotland A qualitative exploration of the benefits and disbenefits of mobile connectivity and the required infrastructure in rural areas. GOV.UK · 15 Jan 2026 Policy & government Minister sets out opportunities in moving towards circular economy in NI Resources and Waste Management Strategy - Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Northern Ireland Environment Agency · 15 Jan 2026 Policy & government National Environmental Standards for Freshwater - Ministry for the Environment NZ Ministry for the Environment · 15 Jan 2026 Policy & government Index of Production, UK: November 2025 Movements in the volume of production for the UK production industries: manufacturing, mining and quarrying, energy supply, and water and waste management. Figures are seasonally adjusted. GOV.UK · 15 Jan 2026 Policy & government Index of Production, UK: November 2025 time series Movements in the volume of production for the UK production industries: manufacturing, mining and quarrying, energy supply, and water and waste management. Figures are seasonally adjusted. GOV.UK · 15 Jan 2026 Policy & government GDP monthly estimate, UK: November 2025 Gross domestic product (GDP) measures the value of goods and services produced in the UK. It estimates the size of and growth in the economy. GOV.UK · 15 Jan 2026 Policy & government Record renewables auction supports 7,000 jobs and £3bn investment Workers across Britain will benefit from billions of pounds of private sector investment in ports and supply chains. GOV.UK · 15 Jan 2026 Policy & government Improving accessibility at railway stations across Britain Provides an update on which UK rail stations will progress with the Access for All programme. GOV.UK · 15 Jan 2026 Policy & government Bridgwater Tidal Barrier Scheme gets a more efficient design A more streamlined tidal barrier structure will cut costs and construction complexity and provide the same level of protection for 12,800 homes and businesses. GOV.UK · 15 Jan 2026 Policy & government How expert advice inspired the national centre for data science Discover how a letter from the Council for Science and Technology led to the setting up of the Alan Turing Institute, helping Britain become a world leader in understanding and using data. GOV.UK · 15 Jan 2026 Policy & government Northern Ireland Composite Economic Index (NICEI) Quarter 3 2025 Quarterly Index of the Northern Ireland economy. GOV.UK · 15 Jan 2026 Policy & government Agent Update: Issue 139 Get guidance from HMRC if you're a tax agent or an adviser. GOV.UK · 15 Jan 2026 Policy & government Emma Reynolds raises South East Water concerns with Ofwat Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds visits Tunbridge Wells following weeks of water supply disruption GOV.UK · 14 Jan 2026 Policy & government Livestock feed controls review for England and Wales Consultation on whether England and Wales should change their Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathies (TSEs) related livestock feed controls. GOV.UK · 14 Jan 2026 Policy & government Electricity licence exemptions Electricity companies, under certain criteria, can be exempt from electricity generation, transmission, distribution or supply licences. GOV.UK · 14 Jan 2026 Policy & government Carr Mills, Mill Block, Meanwood Road, Leeds LS7 2HY : MAN/00DA/LDC/2024/0071 Northern region Judge I Jefferson and Tribunal Member Mrs Usher sitting on 25 November 2024 GOV.UK · 14 Jan 2026 Policy & government Apartment 5, The Old Chapel, 12 Bennett Street, Liversedge WF15 7ES : MAN/00CZ/LSC/2023/0073 Northern Region Judge A Davies and Tribunal Member A Hossain sitting on 25 February 2025 GOV.UK · 14 Jan 2026 Policy & government 9 St Mark’s Street, Sunderland SR4 7BH : MAN/00CM/RTB/2024/0602 Northern Region Judge; I. Jefferson and Tribunal Member K. Usher sitting on 24th February 2025. GOV.UK · 14 Jan 2026 Policy & government 147 Rothbury Terrace, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 5DB : MAN/00CJ/HNA/2023/0090 Northern Region Judge J.M.Going and Members Ms J.Gittus GOV.UK · 14 Jan 2026 Policy & government Centenary Mill Court, New Hall Lane Preston PR1 5JH : MAN/30UK/LSC/2022/0039 Northern Region Judge Murray and Tribunal Member Faulkner sitting on 31 August 2025 GOV.UK · 14 Jan 2026 Policy & government 16 Townley Street, Morecambe LA4 5JH : MAN/30UH/HIN/2022/0010 Northern Region Judge Going and Tribunal Member Mr Faulkner sitting on 15 February 2023 GOV.UK · 14 Jan 2026 Policy & government 1 Ardmore Street, S : heffield S9 3FE : MAN/00CG/HNA/2023/0055 MAN/00CG/HNA/2023/0056 Northern Region Judge Davies and Tribunal Member Mrs Kendall sitting on 19 June 2024 GOV.UK · 14 Jan 2026 Policy & government Project Gigabit - Cheshire (Lot 17) Public Review This review seeks information and supporting evidence about gigabit-capable broadband infrastructure within the Cheshire area. This consultation closes at 5pm on Wednesday 5 October 2022. GOV.UK · 14 Jan 2026 Policy & government Measles: public health response to cases who have travelled whilst infectious Guidance about infectious measles linked to international travel, including air, sea and land crossings GOV.UK · 14 Jan 2026 Policy & government Extra Statutory Concessions (VAT Notice 48) This notice explains all of HMRC's Extra Statutory Concessions in force at the time of publication. GOV.UK · 14 Jan 2026 Policy & government Section 62A Planning Application: S62A/2025/0138 26 Sturdon Road, Bristol, Bristol, BS3 2BA Overview of case details, documents, key dates and how to make a representation. GOV.UK · 14 Jan 2026 Policy & government Dr Turton v Mid Kent College: 2302747/2022 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 14 Jan 2026 Policy & government Ms K Puthenveetil v Mr S Alexander and others: 2361118/2013 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 14 Jan 2026 Policy & government Metropolitan Adelaide's Kerbside Waste Performance Snapshot Summary 2023–24 - Green Industries SA Green Industries SA · 14 Jan 2026 Policy & government Northern Powerhouse Rail to drive biggest travel upgrade in the North in a generation Government announces the biggest transformation to travel in the North in a generation as the Chancellor sets out new Northern Growth Strategy and promises the renewal of Britain to make all parts of the country better off. GOV.UK · 14 Jan 2026 Policy & government Product Recall: Hello by Lionel Richie and Hot by United Colours of Benetton Fragrances sold by Savers Health and Beauty (2510-0144) Product Recall for Hello by Lionel Richie and Hot by United Colours of Benetton Fragrances sold by Savers Health and Beauty presenting a serious chemical risk. GOV.UK · 14 Jan 2026 Policy & government Mr B C Igwe v Tribal EMEA Ltd: 2301243/2025 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 14 Jan 2026 Policy & government Ms R. Phullar v OFSTED: [2026] EAT 10 Employment Appeal Tribunal Judgment of Judge Auerbach on 14 January 2026. GOV.UK · 14 Jan 2026 Policy & government Law Enforcement Data Service (LEDS) data protection policy Defines the expectations for lawful and compliant handling of personal data accessed through LEDS, in line with data protection principles. GOV.UK · 14 Jan 2026 Policy & government Regulator publishes updated guidance to help businesses advertise non-medicinal veterinary products legally Businesses advertising non-medicinal veterinary products to benefit from updated guidance on marketing non-medicinal veterinary products legally. GOV.UK · 14 Jan 2026