Recycling news: 2026

Fresh every day from industry press, GOV.UK and research feeds — plus the historical archive. Last updated 28 Jul 2026.

Policy & government DfE official statistics: standards and policies Documents describing the standards we follow to produce official statistics. GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government Report receipt of waste From October 2026 (January 2027 in Scotland), all organisations that are licensed or permitted to receive waste must use the new report receipt of waste service. GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government Defence Investment Plan - Oral Statement Publication of the Defence Investment Plan, GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government Avoiding cross-contamination in your food business Guidance on how to prevent cross-contamination. GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government Trade in goods and services: Economic indicators The UK exports and imports billions of pounds worth of goods and services. Find the latest data on UK trade and the current account. House of Commons Library · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government Filing your Companies House accounts How to prepare and file annual accounts with Companies House for your UK registered company. GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government 7 Swans Therapy We, the undersigned, commit to honour the Armed Forces Covenant and support the Armed Forces Community. We recognise the value Serving Personnel, both Regular and Reservists, Veterans and military families contribute to our business and our country. GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government Recruiting MAP learners by raising awareness of modular study How a provider increased enrolment on the modular acceleration programme (MAP) by raising awareness of modular study with prospective learners and employers. GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government Designing modular study with employers to fill skills gaps A provider worked with employers to help them understand the benefits of modular study and to co-design study modules. GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government Engaging with the LSIP to create modular provision How a provider worked with their Local Skills Improvement Partnership (LSIP) to create modules that meet employer needs and increase learner enrolment through targeted marketing. GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government Providing modular study for HTQs in rural areas How a provider in a rural area enrolled significant numbers of learners studying higher technical qualifications (HTQ) on modular acceleration programme (MAP) modules. GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government 2028 European Green Cities Awards finalists announced The Commission has shortlisted eight out of 27 eligible cities for the final stage of the European Green Capital and Green Leaf Awards. European Commission — DG Environment news · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government The Defence Investment Plan Equipping our forces, defending our future. GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government Product Recall: UNU E-Moped / Scooter Classic (2606-0200) Product Recall for UNU E-Moped / Scooter Classic presenting a risk of fire. GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government Over 45 miles of new walking routes open on the Suffolk coast With over 45 miles of Suffolk coastline opens on the King Charles III England Coast Path, the public can now walk continuously from Shotley Gate to Southwold. GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government Air quality: policies, proposals and concerns A briefing on evolving air quality policies and legislation across the UK, targets, statistics and health and inequality concerns. House of Commons Library · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government Exemptions for visa applications: caseworker guidance Immigration staff guidance on how to handle exemptions for visa applications made outside the UK. GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government List of approved professional organisations and learned societies (List 3) Check this list of professional bodies to see if you can claim tax relief on your fees or subscriptions. GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government MHRA Safety Roundup: June 2026 Summary of the latest safety advice for medicines and medical device users GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government Mr C Tweedie v Edenbeck Ltd: 6003187/2025 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government Proposed changes to Gambling Commission fees This consultation invites views on proposed changes to Gambling Commission fees from 1 October 2026. GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government Heathrow expansion economic impact modelling Estimates of the economic impacts of Heathrow expansion using spatial computable general equilibrium (SCGE) modelling. GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government Green Book Review 2025: One year on Report outlining progress in implementing the actions arising from the Green Book Review 2025. GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government Forestry and Woodlands Advisory Committees Forestry and Woodlands Advisory Committees (FWACs) advise the Forestry Commission on implementing forestry and related policies in 9 regions. GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government 54 Albany Road, Luton, Chatham, Kent, ME4 5DN: HAV/00LC/HNA/2025/0628 and HAV/00LC/HNA/2025/0629 Southern Region, Regional Judge Whitney & Colin Davies on 11th June 2026 GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government 3A Nelson Road, Hastings, East Sussex TN34 3RX: HAV/21UD/LSC/2025/0753 Southern Region, Judge M Loveday, Ms C Barton MRICS, Mr R Fitz-Robinson on 13 May 2026 (hearing) and 29 May 2026 (reconvene) GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government Apartments 1, 2 and 4, 4 Cannon Street, Dover, CT16 1BY:HAV/29UE/LSC/2025/0605 Southern Region, Judge David Gethin, Mr D Ashby FRICS, Mr A Hetherton MRICS IRRV (Hons) on 15 May 2026 GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government Flats 1 – 8 Chilworth Heights, Chilworth Drove, Southampton, SO16 7JH : HAV/24UN/LSC/2025/0663 Southern Region, Mr C Norman FRICS Valuer Chairman, Mr A Crawford MRICS and Ms T Wong on 21 and 22 January 2026. GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government CST register of members' interests The public appointments, personal and business interests, and political activity of members of the Council for Science and Technology. GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government Rooms 1, 2, 3 & 4, 22 Brislington Hill, Bristol, BS4 5BD : HAV/00HB/HMF/2025/0625 Southern Region, Regional Surveyor Clist MRICS and Mr Stephen Mason FRICS on 14 April 2026 GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government 64 Bradley Road, Trowbridge,Wiltshire, BA14 0RA : HAV/00HY/HMB/2025/0603 Southern Region, Regional Surveyor J Coupe FRICS, Judge N Pointon and Mr M Ayres FRICS on 8 April 2026 GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government What is the First Generation Magnox Storage Pond? The First Generation Magnox Storage Pond is one of 4 legacy pond and silo facilities on the Sellafield site. GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government Sheikholeslami v University of Edinburgh: [2026] EAT 96 Employment Appeal Tribunal Judgment of Lady Poole on 29 June 2026. GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government Referral of the proposed subsidy to UDX Development Company Limited by the Department for Culture Media and Sport The Subsidy Advice Unit (SAU) has accepted a request for a report providing advice to the Department for Culture Media and Sport (DCMS) concerning its proposed subsidy to UDX Development Company Limited (UDX). GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government Cyber Security and Resilience (Network and Information Systems) Bill: factsheets Factsheets relating to the Cyber Security and Resilience (Network and Information Systems) Bill which was introduced to Parliament on 12 November 2025. GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government PM speech announcing the Defence Investment Plan: 30 June 2026 The Prime Minister's speech announcing the Defence Investment Plan in Maidenhead this morning. GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government Vulnerabilities Data Standard Alpha Release Find out more about the Alpha Vulnerabilities standard and how your organisation can be involved in assessing and providing feedback on it. GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government Finances of the Monarchy A briefing on the Finances of the Monarchy, including the Sovereign Grant, Duchies of Lancaster and Cornwall and tax arrangements for members of the Royal Family. House of Commons Library · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government Thailand travel advice FCDO travel advice for Thailand. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences. GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026 Policy & government Vulnerabilities Data Standards: overview and guidance Learn about the Alpha Vulnerabilities Data Standard and how to provide feedback. GOV.UK · 30 Jun 2026