Recycling news: 2025
Fresh every day from industry press, GOV.UK and research feeds — plus the historical archive. Last updated 28 Jul 2026.
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Policy & government
Half-masting of flags following the death of Her Royal Highness, The Duchess of Kent
The death of HRH The Duchess of Kent has been announced by Buckingham Palace
GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Defence dividend delivers thousands of UK jobs following exceptional foreign investment
The UK defence sector has driven unprecedented growth across the country following at least £1.4 billion foreign investment being announced since July 2024.
GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025
Policy & government
ICIBI annual report for 2024-25 published
The Chief Inspector’s annual report for 2024-25 has been laid in Parliament.
GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Government professions
Understanding the role of government professions.
GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Statement of changes to the Immigration Rules: HC 1298, 4 September 2025
Statement of changes to the Immigration Rules published on 4 September 2025.
GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Peter Kyle’s Mansion House Speech 2025
A speech delivered by Secretary of State for Science, Innovation, and Technology, Peter Kyle, at Mansion House, London on Wednesday 3 September 2025.
GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Budget to address economy that’s “not working well enough for working people”
Today (Wednesday 3 September), the Chancellor has confirmed that the date of the Budget will be Wednesday 26 November.
GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Two new Members appointed to VisitEngland Board
The Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport has appointed Sarah Green and Helen Bonser-Wilton as Members of the VisitEngland Board.
GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Surrey aviation business soars to new heights with UKEF backing
UK Export Finance announces support for multimillion-pound investment in market-leading aviation experts.
GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Treatment and disposal of invasive non-native plants: RPS 178
Environment Agency regulatory position on the treatment and disposal of invasive non-native plants and associated soil and materials.
GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Recyclability assessment methodology: decision tree diagram
A decision tree illustrating the process for deciding the recyclability of materials under the recyclability assessment methodology (RAM), part of extended producer responsibility (EPR) for packaging
GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Recyclability assessment methodology: materials and outputs
How to categorise and rate individual materials under the recyclability assessment methodology (RAM).
GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Recyclability assessment methodology: how to assess your packaging waste
An overview of the recyclability assessment methodology (RAM). Under extended producer responsibility for packaging, large producers must report the recyclability of some packaging materials
GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Recyclability assessment methodology: background and definitions
Recyclability assessment methodology (RAM): how to classify your packaging and technical definitions.
GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Consultation on changes to the UK designs framework
This consultation seeks views from designers on how to improve the UK designs system and ensure that it best supports UK businesses.
GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025
Policy & government
New Yealm seagrass meadow created from 'castaway' plants
The beginnings of a new seagrass meadow in the River Yealm have been planted thanks to volunteers largely from the Environment Agency.
GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Decision for Pauline Reilly (OF2021443) and Deeney and Mooney Ltd (OF2080633)
Written confirmation of the decision of the Traffic Commissioner for the East of England for Pauline Reilly and Deeney and Mooney Ltd
GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Newsletter #4 – September 2025
Welcome to the latest edition of UK DMO’s industry newsletter. This month has seen the DMO continue to strengthen our leadership team, deepen engagement across governments and industry, and advance the operational planning that will underpin a successful Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) across Northern Ireland, Scotland and England. John Bason appointed as Chair We […]
Exchange for Change (UK DRS Deposit Management Organisation) · 4 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Business insights and impact on the UK economy: 4 September 2025
The impact of challenges facing the economy and other events on UK businesses. Based on responses from the voluntary fortnightly business survey (BICS) to deliver real-time information to help assess issues affecting UK businesses and economy, including financial performance, workforce, trade, and business resilience.
GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Civil justice statistics quarterly: April to June 2025
Volume of civil and judicial review cases dealt with by the courts over time and the overall timeliness of these cases. Biannual data on privacy injunctions.
GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025
Policy & government
UAE and UK conclude bilateral visit to strengthen partnership against illicit finance
Joint statement on strengthening UK-United Arab Emirates (UAE) partnership against illicit finance following a bilateral visit.
GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025
Policy & government
New UK scholarship stream launched for Small Island Developing States
The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission has launched a master’s scholarship stream to boost resilience and prosperity among Commonwealth small islands.
GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Secretary of State visits local business to highlight benefits of new UK-EU relationship
The visit follows last week’s speech from the Minister for Cabinet Office where he outlined the Government’s plans to cut red tape and lower costs in the long run by taking aim at the Brexit bureaucracy that is burdening business
GOV.UK · 3 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Major Consultation to Strengthen UK’s £100 Billion Design Sector
Views and insights from across the UK’s design sector are sought by 27 November 2025.
GOV.UK · 3 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Thousands of sick and disabled people to get life-changing support into work
Thousands of sick or disabled people will be helped into good, secure jobs following a major expansion of tailored employment support announced by the Department for Work and Pensions today [Thursday 04 September]
GOV.UK · 3 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Government Response to the Intelligence and Security Committee of Parliament Report 'IRAN'
The government’s response to the Intelligence and Security Committee of Parliament's Iran Report.
GOV.UK · 3 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Peter Kyle’s speech at Universities UK conference 2025
A speech delivered by Secretary of State for Science, Innovation, and Technology, Peter Kyle, at Universities UK conference, Exeter on Thursday 4 September 2025.
GOV.UK · 3 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Frazer, Lucy - Secretary of State, Department for Culture, Media and Sport - ACOBA advice
Advice to The Rt Hon Lucy Frazer KC, former Secretary of State, Department for Culture, Media and Sport, on business appointments after leaving Crown service
GOV.UK · 3 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Trusted third-party AI assurance roadmap
A plan to create new jobs and career pathways for aspiring AI assurance professionals, equipping organisations with the essential skills to innovate safely.
GOV.UK · 3 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Investment in British AI companies hits record levels as Tech Sec pitches UK as global magnet
British AI companies attracted record investment last year, driving the government's Plan for Change.
GOV.UK · 3 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Strategic bilateral framework between the Kingdom of Spain and the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland: 3 September 2025
Strategic bilateral framework between the Kingdom of Spain and the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland: 3 September 2025
GOV.UK · 3 Sept 2025
Policy & government
BIR/00CN/ECR/2024/0602 & Others - On Tower UK Limited v AP Wireless II (UK) Limited
Midlands Region. D Jackson
GOV.UK · 3 Sept 2025
Policy & government
BIR/00CN/ECR/2024/0623 and others EE Limited & Hutchison 3G UK Limited v A P Wireless II (UK) Limited
Midlands Region D Jackson
GOV.UK · 3 Sept 2025
Policy & government
LC – 2023 – 000321 and 13 others Telecommunications site at Ewefields Farm, Chesterton, Warwick CV33 9LQ and 13 others
Midlands Region D Jackson
GOV.UK · 3 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Framework for developing UK Sustainability Reporting Standards
Information on the UK government’s assessment of the global baseline of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Sustainability Disclosure Standards to create UK Sustainability Reporting Standards.
GOV.UK · 3 Sept 2025
Policy & government
LC – 2023 – 000322 and 348Land lying to the west of Burlington Gardens, Hullbridge, Hockley SS5 6BD (322) Meadowley and Fields Farm, 150A and 150B, Congleton Road, Sandbach CW11 4TE (348)
Midlands Region D Jackson
GOV.UK · 3 Sept 2025
Policy & government
LC – 2023 – 000322, 323, 332, 348 and 365 Lubbards Lodge (322) (Abbreviated Sandbach (348) Site Name) Blackwell Grange (365) Hexton (323) Ampthill (332)
Midlands Region D Jackson
GOV.UK · 3 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Social media endorsements: guidance for content creators
How content creators and influencers must label gifted, discounted and promotional content on social media, to comply with consumer protection law.
GOV.UK · 3 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Chancellor letter to the Treasury Select Committee (TSC) - Budget 2025 date
The Chancellor has today written to the Treasury Select Committee (TSC) to confirm the date of the budget.
GOV.UK · 3 Sept 2025
Policy & government
Mr M Carruthers v Transport for London and E Norman: 3201728/2023
Employment Tribunal decision.
GOV.UK · 3 Sept 2025