Recycling news: 2026

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

Policy & government Create or update a local plan using the new system Information and resources for local planning authorities on preparing a local plan under the new plan-making system. GOV.UK · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Plan-making and local government reorganisation Information for two-tier authorities about transitioning their plan-making to single tier unitary authorities. GOV.UK · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Women in Tech Taskforce Information about the Women in Tech Taskforce including its role and members. GOV.UK · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Energy Department Announces Up to $150 Million to Boost Unconventional Oil and Gas Recovery, Advance Hydraulic Fracture Characterization, and Revolutionize Produced Water Management - Department of Energy (.gov) US Department of Energy · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Biotopverbund und extensive Grünlandnutzung in der thüringischen Rhön – Zukunftsmodelle für Mensch und Natur Ziel des Projektes ist es, den Biotopverbund am Grünen Band weiter zu stärken sowie wertvolle und typische Lebensräume der thüringischen Rhön zu erhalten, nachhaltig zu entwickeln und miteinander zu vernetzen. BMUV (German environment ministry, English) · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Warm Homes: Social Housing Fund statistics Data to monitor the installation of energy efficiency measures in domestic properties via the Warm Homes: Social Housing Fund (WH:SHF) scheme in England. GOV.UK · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Warm Homes: Local Grant statistics Data to monitor the installation of energy efficiency measures in domestic properties via the Warm Homes: Local Grant (WH:LG) scheme in England. GOV.UK · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Internal parasites in camelids and subsidised testing Guidance on internal parasites in camelids and the subsidised testing that APHA are offering. GOV.UK · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Mr R Keddie v House of Danu Ltd: 4103401/2025 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Sky ITV takeover announcement: Comment from CMS Committee Chair Dame Caroline Dinenage MP - UK Parliament Environmental Audit Committee (Commons) · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Local water resources options: apply for a screening study How to apply for a screening study with the Environment Agency to assess and rank water resources options in your area. GOV.UK · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Skills England annual skills report and Sectoral Skills Needs Assessments 2026 The 2026 annual skills report highlights key challenges in the skills system. Our Skills Needs Assessments outline skills demand and supply in priority sectors. GOV.UK · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Britain’s place in the new world order: Foreign Secretary's Chatham House essay We are facing a storm of geopolitical instability, economic coercion, AI and climate change – and it’s likely to get worse. But by working more closely with Europe and seeking greater co-operation outside the big trading blocs, Britain can build global alliances to secure the future of its people, writes Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper. GOV.UK · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Evidence and Further Reading - Local Government Association Local Government Association · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Research and Background: Understanding Parental Imprisonment - Local Government Association Local Government Association · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Proposed refinements for Allocation Round 8 and future rounds We're seeking views on several refinements to ensure that the CfD continues to reflect current policy and that the scheme continues to function as originally intended. GOV.UK · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Notices made under The Customs (Export) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 Notices made under The Customs (Export) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 which have force of law. GOV.UK · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government NG31 8NX, Lincolnshire County Council: environmental permit issued - EPR/SP3092NB/V004 View the permit issued for Barrowby Waste Storage and Recycling Site, Grantham under the Industrial Emissions Directive. GOV.UK · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government DE21 4AW, EMR Group Limited: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/WP3622MT/A001 View the application submitted by EMR Group Limited for EMR Derby, Derby. GOV.UK · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Proposed amendments to the existing national policy statement for ports Seeks views on the draft revised national policy statement for ports (2025). GOV.UK · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government RISE support for reception improvement Professional development resources for improving teaching and leadership of reception years. GOV.UK · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government UK rearmament and warfighting readiness A debate on UK rearmament and warfighting readiness will take place on Wednesday 8 July 2026, in the House of Commons chamber. House of Commons Library · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Company Names Tribunal decision: European Red Bull Gaindean Mining Ltd Decision for applicant Red Bull GMBH registration number 16846719, applicant successful. GOV.UK · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Extended CE marking recognition for Ecodesign regulations We’re seeking views on a proposal to extend recognition of CE marking for ecodesign regulations so that it applies to new measures made under ESPR. GOV.UK · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Complaints procedure If you are unhappy with a decision or service from the Rural Payments Agency (RPA), there are several ways you can complain. GOV.UK · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government British citizens and voting from abroad: a quick guide A quick guide to overseas voters, British expats who can vote in a general election. House of Commons Library · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Mr S Taylor v Associated British Ports: 8001654/2025 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Speakers’ statements on ministerial policy announcements made outside the House Statements made by the Speaker deprecating the making of key policy announcements before they are made in the House of Commons. House of Commons Library · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Trade mark disputes: unpaid costs orders A list of unpaid costs following inter parte hearings about intellectual property. GOV.UK · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Home Office major programmes: Accounting Officer assessments Accounting Officer assessment summaries for Home Office programmes and projects. GOV.UK · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Government backs Brighton beaches with new funding The £22 million government investment will replace dozens of Victorian arches to avoid the risk of collapse and ensure the road is safe for the next 100 years. GOV.UK · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Expedited legislation: Public bills receiving their second and third readings on the same day in the House of Commons Public bills since 1979 whose main Commons stages have been passed within one day. House of Commons Library · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government High needs funding arrangements: 2026 to 2027 Information for local authorities, schools and colleges about high needs funding arrangements for the 2026 to 2027 financial and academic year. GOV.UK · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Dedicated schools grant (DSG): 2026 to 2027 Find out how much local authorities receive for DSG funding in the 2026 to 2027 financial year and how it is calculated. GOV.UK · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Better Futures Fund learning and development partner competition Information about the Better Futures Fund learning and development partner competition. GOV.UK · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government NSW Asbestos Plan of Action - NSW EPA NSW EPA · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Home Secretary gives evidence on the work of the Home Office - UK Parliament Environmental Audit Committee (Commons) · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government School uniforms: guidance for schools How schools should develop their uniform policy and procure uniform supplies. GOV.UK · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government Cost of school uniforms Statutory guidance on developing a school uniform policy and managing uniform suppliers to ensure the cost of uniforms is reasonable. GOV.UK · 6 Jul 2026 Policy & government DSIT Public Engagement Survey: Privacy Notice This privacy notice explains who is processing your data, the personal data we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and what your legal rights are. GOV.UK · 6 Jul 2026