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 Natural mineral water: how to produce and label in England How bottled water producers can get a natural mineral water recognised in England, and rules you need to follow to produce and label it. GOV.UK · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013 Guidance for businesses on Regulation 1223/2009 and the Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013. GOV.UK · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government Economic indicators: Key statistics for the UK economy Analysis of the latest UK and international economic indicators House of Commons Library · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government Procedural guide for Examinations and Gateways under the Town and Country Planning (Local Planning) (England) Regulations 2026 The procedures the Planning Inspectorate will follow when conducting gateway assessments and examinations of local plans. GOV.UK · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government MPs’ second jobs There will be a debate on second jobs for MPs on 1 July 2026. House of Commons Library · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government Strategic Defence Review 2025: The RAF What did the UK's Strategic Defence Review 2025 recommend for the Royal Air Force? House of Commons Library · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government Conflict in Ukraine: A timeline (current conflict, 2022 – present) This paper provides a timeline of the major events in the Ukraine-Russia conflict since the 2022 Russian invasion. House of Commons Library · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government Relevant convictions for environmental permits The convictions you must declare when you apply for a new permit or to transfer a permit. GOV.UK · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government Energy firm named after £500,000 Russia sanctions settlement An energy services firm has paid more than £500,000 to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) for breaching Russia sanctions regulations. GOV.UK · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government PE20 1RX, Stonegate Agriculture Limited: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/HP3107LE/V002 View the application submitted by Stonegate Agriculture Limited for Bank Farm Poultry Unit, Boston. GOV.UK · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government Special Category codes for non-domestic properties A list of all Special Category (SCat) codes for each type of non-domestic property. GOV.UK · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government UK Foreign Secretary concludes visit to Egypt UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper announced over $15 million of funding to support Egypt’s humanitarian response and economic resilience, as the UK and Egypt prepare to conclude a Strategic Partnership. GOV.UK · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government On the Level June 2026, issue 46 Keep up to date with the latest news and views from the LLW Repository site with our quarterly newsletter, On the Level. GOV.UK · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government About us The Low Pay Commission is an independent body that advises the government about the National Living Wage and the National Minimum Wage. GOV.UK · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government Ministerial Code Ministerial Code setting out the standards of conduct expected of ministers and how they discharge their duties. GOV.UK · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government PM remarks to hospitality leaders: 29 June 2026 The Prime Minister's remarks from a roundtable with hospitality leaders this morning. GOV.UK · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government Health effects of vape device components Vapes are more popular than cigarettes in the UK. What do vape devices and e-liquids contain and how do they affect health? POST (Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology) · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government Prime Minister meets hospitality leaders to boost opportunities for young people The Prime Minister hosted a roundtable discussion this morning with hospitality organisations. GOV.UK · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government First Time Buyer ISA consultation The government is publishing a consultation on the implementation of a new, simpler ISA product to support first time buyers to buy a home. GOV.UK · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government Recent progress in managing invasive alien species in the EU Every six years, European Union (EU) Member States report on national implementation of the EU Invasive Alien Species Regulation 1143/2014 (IAS Regulation). This briefing summarises highlights from the 2019-2024 reporting period on 87 ‘invasive alien species (IAS) of Union concern’ by all EU Member States. European Environment Agency — news · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government Meningococcal B (MenB) time limited vaccination offer: information for healthcare practitioners Guidance for health professionals delivering the time-limited MenB vaccination offer for Year 13 age group for 2025/2026 and eligible higher and further education entrants under 25 years for 2026/2027. GOV.UK · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli: how to avoid and treat This guidance provides the sources of Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) infection and guidance on preventing infection. GOV.UK · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government Rural Business Development Grant Scheme (RBDGS) Guidance for Applicants - Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Northern Ireland Environment Agency · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government Youth Services in the UK An overview of youth services; the statutory duties and policy in different parts of the UK as well as a summary of some of research into the impacts of youth work. House of Commons Library · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government BMUKN und INTERPOL intensivieren Zusammenarbeit gegen Umweltkriminalität BMUKN und INTERPOL bauen Zusammenarbeit gegen Umweltkriminalität aus und stellen 1,5 Millionen Euro für das Projekt "GAIA" bereit, das bereits über 500 Ermittlungen einleitete. BMUV (German environment ministry, English) · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government DHSC evaluation strategy 2026 This evaluation strategy sets out the Department of Health and Social Care's (DHSC) vision for high-quality evaluation of its policies, programmes and projects. GOV.UK · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government 17 and 17A Whitworth Road London SE25 6XN: LON/00AH/LRM/2026/0010 Residential Property Tribunal Decision of Mr A Parkinson MRICS on 17 June 2026 GOV.UK · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government 134A, West Street, Erith, Kent DA8 1AN : LON/00AD/LSC/2025/0898 Residential Property Tribunal Decision of Judge Dutton and Mr D Jagger on 01 May 2026. GOV.UK · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government Estimates Day debate: Spending of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport on sport and youth services On Tuesday 30 June 2026, the House of Commons will consider estimates of spending and priorities on sports and youth services of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport. House of Commons Library · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government 78 Meakin Estate, Rothsay Street, London, SE1 4QL - LON/00BE/LSC/2025/1119 Residential Property Tribunal Decision of Judge J. Moate and Mr N. Powell on 21 May 2026 GOV.UK · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government 1-22 Lucas House, Albion Avenue, London, SW8 2AD : LON/00AY/LDC/2026/0012 Residential Property Tribunal Decision of Judge Nicol on 19 May 2026 GOV.UK · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government International students in UK higher education International student numbers increased rapidly to a peak in 2022/23, before falling in the following two years. Why did this happen? What is government policy on the issue and what are the financial implications. House of Commons Library · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government Funding for businesses who give youngsters a chance as Government ramps up youth jobs drive Businesses who take on jobless youngsters will be offered thousands of pounds in the latest boost to youth employment support. GOV.UK · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government Rural Business Development Grant Scheme (RBDGS) 2026/2027 - Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Northern Ireland Environment Agency · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government CO2 8HT, Silverton Aggregates Limited: environmental permit issued – EPR/VP3194NH/V003 View the permit issued for Haven Road Recycling Facility, Colchester under the Industrial Emissions Directive. GOV.UK · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government Sudbury Prison Sudbury Prison is a men’s prison near Ashbourne in Derbyshire. GOV.UK · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government The Queen Elizabeth Digital Memorial marks major milestone with new features The Queen Elizabeth Digital Memorial marks a significant milestone today with the launch of a new collection of archive content and records with the publication of the first selection of memories from those who knew her GOV.UK · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government Expanded Farming with Nature Transition Scheme will open for applications on 30 June - Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Northern Ireland Environment Agency · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government Incineration of fossil‑based plastic needs to be reduced for Sweden to achieve its climate goals - Naturvårdsverket Swedish EPA (Naturvardsverket, English) · 29 Jun 2026 Policy & government Rotorua company fined for illegally releasing a synthetic greenhouse gas - NZ EPA NZ EPA · 29 Jun 2026