New analysis shows national incineration capacity will exceed residual waste by 2035

New roadmap outlines priority actions across waste reduction, recycling modernisation, and disposal to deliver circular economy legislation

The council cites public opposition, emissions reduction, and the large amount of plastic being burned as the reasons for the decision

RECOUP survey reveals 312 councils must add film and flexible plastic collections within two years if current Government requirement is to be met

Defra stakeholder briefing sets out universal food waste separation requirement and streamlined approach to written assessments for exemptions to separately collect paper and card

Businesses must take initiative on plastic pollution following limited progress at UN treaty negotiations

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