Simpler Recycling Update: Separate Paper and Cardboard Collections in UK

Paper and Cardboard

In the UK, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has announced a significant update to recycling regulations under its Simpler Recycling framework. From 31 March 2025, workplaces will be legally required to separate paper and cardboard from other recyclable materials unless waste collectors provide an approved mixed collection service. This announcement underscores…

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The Impact of New EU Packaging Laws on Northern Ireland Business

Northern Ireland

The European Union’s recent approval of stringent packaging and recycling laws marks a significant shift towards sustainability across the continent. By 2030, the EU aims to have fully implemented these measures, which include ambitious targets for packaging reduction, recycling, and a ban on certain types of single-use plastics. While this legislation will affect all member…

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