The Local Authority Recycling Advisory Committee has expressed concerns about the timings of Defra consultations on consistent recycling collections

The two companies have signed a three-year agreement to develop projects for the management of compostable products and packaging

Baking equipment company Bakers Basco has led research into the public’s view on plastics recycling in the UK

Reconomy has acquired plastic recycling company Eurokey Recycling Ltd for an undisclosed sum

Increased use of compostable packaging likely to increase food waste recycling and reduce plastic contamination in waste streams

ACE UK and Sonoco Europe to see 334 recycling points across the UK begin the collection of paper containers with metal ends

Plastic film recycling rates have dropped, contributing to overall recycling rates remaining stagnant across the UK

Co-op, Coca-Cola Great Britain, Danone, Ocado and Waitrose have all confirmed their involvement in the 18th annual Recycle Week

Friends of the Earth and City to Sea are urging politicians, companies and the public to take action on water bottles to help reduce plastic pollution

The far-reaching programme will see consultations launched on measures to support sustainable fashion, among others