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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?

15 April 2026

England’s Hazardous Fly-Tipping Hotspots Revealed

Our analysis of Defra data reveals where this type of illegal dumping is most concentrated and which areas face the highest risk.

9 April 2026

England’s Waste Crime Action Plan: What’s New?

The newly published UK waste crime action plan (20 March 2026) sets out how authorities plan to tackle illegal waste dumping.

27 March 2026

Circular Economy Model UK: England vs Scotland Explained

The circular economy model is becoming central to how the UK manages waste, resources, and sustainability. But while England and Scotland are working towards the same goal, their strategies are starting to diverge.

23 March 2026

UK Easter Eggs Generate 5,672 Tonnes Of Packaging Waste

Our analysis shows that Easter egg sales generate a shocking amount of waste, with around 25% of each product made up of packaging rather than chocolate.

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.

6 March 2026

Mis-flushed items could be costing the UK £143m a year

Mis-flushed items are products that get flushed down toilets when they should go in the bin. Our expert analysis claims these items contribute to approximately 215,101 sewer blockages a year, with an estimated national cost of £143,472,200.

5 March 2026

Simpler Recycling One Year On: A Review

One year after Simpler Recycling became mandatory for larger businesses in England, compliance has improved. But pressure on infrastructure, rising food waste volumes, and new enforcement powers mean the system is experiencing some teething errors.

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.