Mitch Thorne

24 September 2026

England’s Construction Fly-Tipping Hotspots Revealed

Local authorities in England recorded 1,257,863 fly-tipping incidents in 2024/25. This is one incident every 25 seconds.

23 September 2026

Resource & Waste Management Expo 2026: 4 Takeaways

The waste sector is being asked to take on more responsibility, and all parties have a part to play.

18 September 2026

How To Report Fly Tipping

If the incident is happening now, or you feel threatened, call the police. Don’t touch any of the waste or confront anyone involved.

17 September 2026

How Many Coffees Before Your Reusable Cup Pays Off?

We’ve analysed the prices, comparing branded reusable cup incentives from six UK businesses.

11 September 2026

£80m Of Packed Lunch Food Could Be Wasted Every Year

As pupils return to classrooms, our latest research estimates that 12,400 tonnes of packed lunch food could go uneaten every school year.

1 September 2026

UK Areas With The Most Confusing Recycling Rules Revealed

We analysed household recycling guidance from 58 major urban areas across the UK. Find out how your region compares.

28 August 2026

What Is Decarbonisation?

For businesses, decarbonisation is not purely about energy use. Waste management, recycling, and food waste all play a key role.

25 August 2026

What Can Be Recycled?

Simpler Recycling regulations have made businesses in England consider what they can actually recycle.

20 August 2026

Where To Recycle Ink Cartridges

It’s important that workplaces treat cartridge disposal as a business waste stream.

14 August 2026

How To Dispose Of Kitchen Knives

Businesses should store old knives safely, tell their licensed waste carrier what is being collected, and keep the correct waste transfer paperwork.

4 August 2026

Flexible Plastic Recycling Delay: The CO₂e Impact

A three-year delay in household flexible plastic collections could result in the loss of 845,800 tonnes of CO₂e savings.

29 July 2026

85,676 Landfill Odour Complaints Made Across Great Britain

A staggering number of landfill odour complaints were made between 2022 and 2025. Business Waste breaks down the data.

23 July 2026

Seven Waste Mistakes Dental Practices Should Avoid

Incorrect dental waste segregation can increase disposal costs, lead to compliance issues, and put staff at risk.

2 July 2026

Bulky Waste Collection Costs Rise 18% as UK Households Face Postcode Lottery

Bulky waste collection costs have increased by 17.8% in just over a year, according to our latest analysis.

23 June 2026

Environmental Voting History: Comparing Starmer’s Potential Successors

We’ve reviewed publicly available voting records for three possible successors: Andy Burnham, Angela Rayner, and Ed Miliband.

16 June 2026

Why Disposable BBQs Should Be Banned in the UK

Disposable BBQs are cheap, easy to buy, and designed to be thrown away after one use. That is exactly why Business Waste Ltd is calling for a UK-wide ban.

29 May 2026

How To Dispose Of Nicotine Patches

Once used, nicotine pouches create a waste stream that is easy to overlook, litter, or dispose of incorrectly.

26 May 2026

UK’s Most Littered Beaches Revealed

Busy beaches often see increases in plastic waste, disposable BBQs, broken glass, food packaging, dog mess, and other litter left behind.

22 April 2026

432,000 Running Gels Could Become a London Marathon Waste Problem

Is single-use sports nutrition becoming an overlooked waste problem in endurance sport?

18 March 2026

Landfill Tax Rates 2026: UK-Wide Changes Explained

From 1 April 2026, landfill tax in the UK will rise again. The standard rate will increase to £130.75 per tonne, reinforcing landfill as the most expensive waste disposal option for most businesses.

11 March 2026

What is a Hazardous Waste Consignment Note

Any business that produces hazardous waste must use a consignment note whenever that waste leaves its premises. The document forms part of the waste duty of care, which requires organisations to manage waste safely and responsibly.

26 February 2026

Businesses Face £118 Per Hour Charges for Simpler Recycling Non-Compliance

The Environment Agency has announced it will charge £118 per hour to businesses in England that fail to comply with Simpler Recycling rules. Here’s everything you need to know.

13 February 2026

Waste Regulations around PFAS and Forever Chemicals

If materials containing PFAS enter your waste stream, you may face tighter handling rules, hazardous classification, and stricter duty-of-care responsibilities. Here’s what you need to know.

11 February 2026

Fly-tipping is costing the UK millions in unpaid landfill tax

Fly-tipping is usually viewed as a local issue, with local consequences. A pile of dumped waste appears, the council clears it up, and residents are left frustrated. But there’s a second cost that is rarely mentioned

27 January 2026

The GDPR Risk Hiding in Your Bin (And How to Fix It)

Most businesses take data protection seriously. They lock down systems, train staff on phishing, and tighten access to customer records. But there’s one part of GDPR compliance that still gets missed. What happens to confidential waste when it’s thrown away?

16 January 2026

North Devon Council Is Ending Commercial Waste Collections: What Should Businesses Do?

North Devon Council has confirmed it will stop all commercial waste collections from 31 March 2026, leaving thousands of local businesses responsible for arranging their own waste services. Businesses now need to act quickly to stay compliant and avoid disruption.

14 January 2026

What Happens When the UK Runs Out of Landfill?

Across England, landfill capacity has been steadily shrinking, with some regions already operating at or close to zero available space. As sites close and approvals for new landfills slow, the UK is facing a growing landfill capacity crisis that is becoming harder to ignore.

12 January 2026

Turning Landfill Into Opportunity: How the UK Is Repurposing Historic Waste Sites

As pressure mounts on land availability, infrastructure, energy generation, and climate resilience, ex-landfill sites are increasingly being re-examined not as liabilities, but as opportunities. With the right engineering, monitoring, and planning, many of these sites are finding new life in ways that deliver environmental, economic, and community benefits.

6 January 2026

Simpler Recycling Is Coming to Households. Why Food Packaging Must Be Clearer

While councils are preparing to deliver food waste caddies and collection services, one issue risks undermining the success of the new system before it even begins: unclear food packaging guidance.

31 December 2025

Five Waste Developments Set to Reshape the UK in 2026

For businesses, 2026 is less about new announcements and more about practical impact. Waste compliance, collection costs, and disposal options are all likely to shift.

22 December 2025

Buffest Binman Calendar Makes ITV This Morning Appearance

Our very own Buffest Binman calendar has officially made its TV debut, appearing on This Morning on ITV.

8 December 2025

Simpler Recycling for HMOs: What Landlords and Property Managers Must Do

HMOs house around 1.5 million people across England. They generate higher waste volumes and more contamination risks than standard homes. That places greater responsibility on landlords to ensure correct bins, clear instructions and safe waste handling.

5 December 2025