Recycling news: 2025

Fresh every day from industry press, GOV.UK and research feeds — plus the historical archive. Last updated 27 Jul 2026.

Policy & government Report on review of cash allowance paid to asylum seekers Home Office reviews of the cash allowance paid to asylum seekers. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government UKSV National Security Vetting Solution: guidance for applicants Guidance notes for applicants on the National Security Vetting Solution. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Free of charge coal mining information How to access and use the coal mining information for England, Scotland and Wales held in the national coal mining database. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Planning for new energy infrastructure: 2025 revisions to National Policy Statements We’re seeking views on the revised energy National Policy Statements that support decisions on major energy infrastructure. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Trees to timber: how landowners can benefit from commercial forestry Discover the financial and environmental benefits of home-grown timber for woodland owners. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Vacancy: Inspector of Air Accidents (Human Factors) The Air Accidents Investigation Branch are recruiting an Inspector of Air Accidents (Human Factors) GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government AAIB investigation to Boeing 737-86N, G-NPTA Loss of cabin pressurisation, approaching Edinburgh Airport, 17 May 2025 GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government BDUK delivery performance, quarterly: April 2025 to Sept 2025 Breakdowns of how many premises in the United Kingdom have received gigabit-capable broadband coverage as a result of Building Digital UK (BDUK) subsidy. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Statistical Review of Northern Ireland Agriculture: 2024 The Statistical Review of Northern Ireland Agriculture is the primary source of statistics for the agricultural industry in Northern Ireland. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Fast-track Approvals Act - Ministry for the Environment NZ Ministry for the Environment · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Legal counsel Ida Berg: The power of law at the heart of the sustainability transition - Suomen ympäristökeskus (Syke) Finnish Environment Institute (Syke) · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government GDP monthly estimate, UK: September 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 · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Delivering AI Growth Zones A package of policy reforms to support the delivery of AI data centres through the AI Growth Zones programme. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Civil penalties under the Renters' Rights Act 2025 and other housing legislation This guidance covers the Protection from Eviction Act 1977, Housing Act 1988, Housing Act 2004, Housing and Planning Act 2016, and Renters’ Rights Act 2025. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government North Wales to pioneer UK’s first small modular reactors Anglesey set for thousands of new jobs as Prime Minister confirms Wylfa will host UK's first small modular nuclear reactors. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government AI Growth Zones to create thousands of jobs and unlock up to £100 billion in investment, as new site confirmed for North Wales North Wales in line for more than 3,400 new jobs through newly announced AI Growth Zone, as the Prime Minister and Technology Secretary set out plans to ensure sites deliver for working people. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Wylfa Confirmed as Site for UK’s First Small Modular Reactor Wylfa on Anglesey chosen for UK’s first Small Modular Reactor, advancing the Clean Energy Superpower plan. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Russia’s narrative of inevitable victory is contradicted by its military and economic failures: UK statement to the OSCE Politico-Military Counsellor Ankur Narayan highlights that Russia’s claims of inevitable victory in Ukraine are undermined by minimal territorial gains, unsustainable casualties, and severe economic strain. The UK and its partners remain resolute in supporting Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity against Russia’s ongoing aggression. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government UK government response to the report by the UK Commission on Covid Commemoration The government response to the report of the UK Commission on Covid Commemoration. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Russia’s attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure deepen humanitarian harm and endanger nuclear safety: UK statement to the OSCE Ambassador Holland condemns Russia’s recurrent strikes on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, highlighting severe humanitarian impacts and nuclear safety risks. Russia’s proposals for a settlement would last only until Moscow decided it wanted more. A settlement that rewards territorial theft would only guarantee future war. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government AAIB Record-only UAS investigations reviewed: August - September 2025 This is a list of AAIB Record-only UAS investigations that were reviewed during August - September 2025. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Rent repayment orders: guidance for local authorities This guide is for local authorities seeking rent repayment orders from private rented sector landlords who commit certain housing related offences. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government EM2150 - Working the enquiry: Consider your enquiry’s impact on tax credits and child benefit GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Top talent backed with master's funding as Britain's tech experts called into government The Spärck AI scholarships will provide full funding for master's degrees at 9 leading UK universities specialising in AI and STEM subjects. GOV.UK · 12 Nov 2025 Policy & government Mr A and Ms B v C Ltd and Others [2025] EAT 165 Employment Appeal Tribunal Judgment of Judge Auerbach on 12 November 2025. GOV.UK · 12 Nov 2025 Policy & government UK-Netherlands Innovation Partnership An agreement signed by the UK and the Netherlands to enhance cooperation in innovation. GOV.UK · 12 Nov 2025 Policy & government Calf Housing for Health and Welfare grant round 1: guidance for applicants (closed) A closed grant to fund calf housing buildings to improve health and welfare for calves. GOV.UK · 12 Nov 2025 Policy & government Water Management grant round 2: guidance for applicants (closed) A closed grant to fund items to improve using water for irrigation, and to secure water supplies for crop irrigation. GOV.UK · 12 Nov 2025 Policy & government Cross-border conservation efforts take centre stage for River Dee Multi-agency conference held to drive forward the recovery of the River Dee, from source to sea. GOV.UK · 12 Nov 2025 Policy & government Draft National Policy Statement for nuclear energy generation (EN-7) We're seeking views on the draft of the new nuclear National Policy Statement (EN-7), applicable to nuclear power stations expected to deploy beyond 2025. GOV.UK · 12 Nov 2025 Policy & government Care workforce pathway for adult social care The care workforce pathway outlines the knowledge, skills, values and behaviours people need to work in adult social care. GOV.UK · 12 Nov 2025 Policy & government Ms J Gill v BDW Trading Ltd: 2300933/2022 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 12 Nov 2025 Policy & government Understanding options for politically-informed context analysis: practical guidance note This technical note is for people using analytical frameworks to understand the contexts in which they are operating in international co-operation. GOV.UK · 12 Nov 2025 Policy & government Christmas crafters urged to check tax rules Side hustlers selling festive items need to tell HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) online if earnings exceed £1,000 a year. GOV.UK · 12 Nov 2025 Policy & government Office for the Impact Economy The Office for the Impact Economy provides a single front door for impact investors, philanthropy and purpose-driven businesses to partner with the government and grow their social impact across the UK GOV.UK · 12 Nov 2025 Policy & government Mental health medications and extreme weather Some mental health medications increase sensitivity to hot weather, which is increasing in frequency and severity due to climate change, impacting wellbeing. GOV.UK · 12 Nov 2025 Policy & government Climate change awareness and mental health This section looks at climate change communication, its emotional impacts and the support options. GOV.UK · 12 Nov 2025 Policy & government UK Net Zero Research and Innovation Framework Delivery Plan: progress report 2022 to 2025 An overview of progress of major government and Ofgem net zero research and innovation programmes from 2022 to 2025, as set out in the UK Net Zero Research and Innovation Framework: Delivery Plan. GOV.UK · 12 Nov 2025 Policy & government Climate change and the mental health of children and young people Children and young people are at heightened risk from the mental health and wellbeing impacts of climate change but there are ways to support them. GOV.UK · 12 Nov 2025 Policy & government Climate change and mental health: people with existing conditions Those with existing health conditions may be at increased risk of mental health impacts associated with extreme weather. GOV.UK · 12 Nov 2025