Restrictions on residual waste and a new kerbside-sort system have seen Merthyr Tydfil go from being one of the worst performing Welsh councils to one of the best over the course of a year, according to new data.

Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan today announced that Shirley Rodrigues will take over the role of Deputy Mayor for Environment and Energy following the departure of Matthew Pencharz in May.

As Wales sets its sights on a 70 per cent recycling target, WRAP Cymru has conducted a detailed waste analysis project using data from all 22 Welsh councils to help authorities focus on the material that needs to be diverted from the waste stream.

Bristol City Council has awarded a long-term integrated waste contract to the council-owned Bristol Waste Company, which will provide collection and disposal services to the city over the next 10 years.

This weekend’s Bristol International Balloon Fiesta is being used to show the city’s residents how much waste is being created and how much recycling potential is lying in their bins.

Councillors in Westminster have said that a £160k fine for two Starbucks stores who left bin bags on the street in Central London proves that every business has a responsibility to keep streets clean.

A guide designed to help local authorities, waste management companies and charities understand the opportunities presented by reuse services at household waste recycling centres has been published by WRAP.

Two Hertfordshire councils are to go ahead with plans to create a joint waste collection and street cleansing service in an attempt to save over £700,000.

Communities across Scotland are being urged to apply to become the nation’s third Zero Waste Town and test initiatives to reduce waste and improve resource efficiency.

A round-up of news from the waste and resources sector, including  an appointment at ecosurety, beastly bin lorries and yoga leggings made from plastic bottles.