Recycling news: 2026

Fresh every day from industry press, GOV.UK and research feeds — plus the historical archive. Last updated 29 Jul 2026.

Policy & government HMRC tax receipts and National Insurance contributions for the UK Summary of HM Revenue and Customs' tax receipts, National Insurance contributions (NICs), and expenditure for the UK. GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government Homebuying shake-up to slash delays, cut costs and stop sales falling through New rules introduced to simplify homebuying and selling making the process easier and simpler. GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government UK Space Agency Evaluation Strategy A report by the UK Space Agency outlining its vision for evaluating its impact and the way it supports the UK space sector. GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government Youth unemployment statistics This briefing presents the latest statistics on youth unemployment in the UK as well as comparisons with other OECD countries. House of Commons Library · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government 2024 King’s Speech: progress of legislation What progress did bills announced in the 2024 King's Speech make in the first session of the 2024 Parliament? House of Commons Library · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government Crisis and Resilience Fund Toolkit Promotional material that can used by local authorities to raise awareness and help develop understanding of the Crisis and Resilience Fund. GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government Spinal muscular atrophy and newborn screening There will be a Westminster Hall debate on 22 June 2026 on a petition relating to spinal muscular atrophy and the newborn screening test. The debate will be opened by Lewis Atkinson MP. House of Commons Library · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government UK labour market statistics This paper provides the latest statistics and analysis of employment, unemployment, economic inactivity and earnings in the UK. House of Commons Library · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government PANS and PANDAS Paediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS) and Paediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal infections (PANDAS) are health conditions that affect some children following an infection. House of Commons Library · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government Planning Inspectorate: privacy notices How your personal information is used within the Planning Inspectorate GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government M3 4JH, RENAKER BUILD LIMITED: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/AP3928MU/A001 View the application submitted by RENAKER BUILD LIMITED for Trinity Islands Building C1 & C2, Land North of Water Street, Manchester, M3 4JH GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government PO38 2JD, ENCORE LEISURE PROPCO LIMITED: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/SP3428MZ/A001 View the application submitted by ENCORE LEISURE PROPCO LIMITED for Sandy Lanes Holiday Resort, MILITARY ROAD, VENTNOR, PO38 2JD GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government OL10 2LG, Costain Limited: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/JP3228MP/A001 View the application submitted by Costain Limited for Simister Interchange – Parr Brook, Junction 19 Heywood M62 Interchange, Heywood. OL10 2LG GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government OL10 2LG, Costain Limited: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/JP3428MM/A001 View the application submitted by Costain Limited for Simister Interchange – Castle Brook, Junction 19 Heywood M62 Interchange, Heywood. OL10 2LG GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government Whitehaven Bus Station: from new start to 5 years of impact A landmark regeneration project in West Cumbria is celebrating 5 years of success. GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government New Zealand: Knowledge Base profile This document contains useful information about New Zealand which will assist HM Passport Office staff process passport applications. GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government £750 million package to provide Ukraine with 150,000 drones and boost air defence UK to provide 150,000 Ukrainian-produced drones and over 350 air defence missiles and radars funded from Extraordinary Revenue Acceleration (ERA) loan. GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government Yemen travel advice FCDO travel advice for Yemen. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences. GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government High-Level roundtable on water and circular economy brings together key European stakeholders The European Commission convened a high-level roundtable on “Water and Circular Economy”, gathering leading representatives from industry, utilities, research institutions, civil society, and EU-level organisations to advance the development of a water-smart and resource-efficient economy European Commission — DG Environment news · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government Palestine travel advice GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government Israel travel advice FCDO travel advice for Israel and Palestine. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences (Warnings and Insurance). GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government Iran travel advice FCDO travel advice for Iran. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences. GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government New consultation sets foundations for Heathrow expansion to take off  Consultation launched on the framework for future planning decisions for Heathrow’s third runway. GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government Consultation launched on draft Heathrow Expansion National Policy Statement Announcing the launch of the consultation on the draft Heathrow Expansion National Policy Statement (HENPS). GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government Draft Heathrow Expansion National Policy Statement proposed amendments Seeks views on the proposed amendments to the Airports National Policy Statement (ANPS). GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government Non-domestic Private Rented Sector minimum energy efficiency standards: EPC B implementation We're seeking views on the government's proposed framework to improve implementation and enforcement of the EPC B target by 2030 for privately rented non-domestic buildings. GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government Cyngor Gwynedd v Mrs Ellen Jones and Mr Michael Jones (SEN): [2026] UKUT 205 (AAC) Upper Tribunal Administrative Appeals Chamber decision by Judge Hickinbottom on 21 April 2026. GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government Citizens Advice North Somerset 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 · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government Total Factor Productivity of the United Kingdom Food Chain 2023 – revised figures Annual information on the productivity of the UK food chain. GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government Seizing the shadow fleet The UK has started to intercept sanctioned ships. This briefing explains the domestic and international rules that apply to enforcing sanctions at sea. House of Commons Library · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing Supervision Reform: Duties, Powers, and Accountability Consultation This consultation covers subsidiary considerations related to the FCA taking over professional services firms' anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing supervision. GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government Interest rates and monetary policy: Economic indicators Monetary policy affects the amount of money in the economy and the costs of borrowing. Find the latest data on interest rates in the UK, US and Eurozone. House of Commons Library · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government Early years funding in England An overview of government funding for childcare providers in England since 2017/18. House of Commons Library · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government “Our most important duty is to keep the public safe”: Benn announces £4m to support PSNI following public disorder The UK Government has today announced a £4 million financial intervention in response to last week’s public disorder. GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government Members' Voluntary Liquidations: A Statistical Review of MVL Practice and Outcomes Empirical analysis of Members’ Voluntary Liquidations in England and Wales, examining efficiency, effectiveness and case outcomes using a representative sample of cases from 2016 to 2024. GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government UK REACH restriction on lead in ammunition: outdoor shooting ranges Guidelines for using lead ammunition at outdoor shooting ranges. GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government Online Safety Act: Draft amendments to the Protection of Children Code of Practice for user-to-user services Draft amendments prepared under section 41 of the Online Safety Act 2023 and submitted to the Secretary of State in accordance with section 43(2) on 12 June 2026. GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government Online Safety Act: Draft amendments (No.2) to the Illegal content Codes of Practice Draft of amendments prepared under section 41 of the Online Safety Act 2023 and submitted to the Secretary of State in accordance with section 43(1) on 12 June 2026. GOV.UK · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government School uniform costs in England Concerns are regularly raised about the cost of school uniform - this briefing introduces the rules and recent reforms in England, and sets out the support available for school uniform costs across the UK. House of Commons Library · 18 Jun 2026 Policy & government E-petition debate relating to pro-Israel influence on UK politics and democracy There will be a Westminster Hall debate on 22 June 2026 at 4.30pm on a petition related to pro-Israel influence on UK politics and democracy. House of Commons Library · 18 Jun 2026