Defra cites £52 million cost and limited environmental impact as reasons for policy reversal

Defra publishes new guidance with TEEP clause likely to maintain status quo for commingled collection of dry recyclables

New SUEZ report warns UK risks falling behind on climate targets without urgent action on workforce development

NAWDO, LARAC and The Recycling Association urge government to reconsider DRS plans following Wales's exit from UK-wide system

Contaminant thresholds, material dimensions, and take-back schemes highlighted as key metrics to decide modulations for future packaging fees

England, Scotland and Northern Ireland confirm October 2027 launch, following the Welsh Government’s decision to delay its scheme

Deputy First Minister confirms nation will exit UK-wide DRS process over Internal Market Act constraints

Green Alliance report reveals how lack of understanding and vested interests blocked progress on resources strategy

Organisations attending roundtable event hosted by the King issue joint-statement calling on Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee to ‘agree to an ambitious treaty that addresses the full lifecycle of plastics’

Rachel Reeves first budget confirms existing commitments to managing waste resources, as well as investment in carbon capture storage