Understanding The New UK Recycling Regulations for your Business
The UK generates approximately 12.6 million tonnes of packaging waste annually, yet producers are accountable for only around 10% of the costs associated with managing this waste. To address this imbalance, the government has set ambitious targets: recycling 65% of municipal waste by 2025 and eliminating avoidable waste by 2050. In recent years, regulations concerning packaging materials, particularly single-use plastics, have become increasingly strict. Below we highlight the forthcoming changes designed to help the country meet its waste reduction goals. The recycling landscape in the UK is undergoing a significant transformation, particularly with... Read More