Simpler Recycling

Is your business ready for the new legislation?

What is Simpler Recycling?

The Simpler Recycling policies announced by the UK Government introduce a series of reforms and changes in the way households and business approach and view the materials they dispose of.

Simpler Recycling will introduce better standardisation of materials collected to increase the amount we all recycle and reduce that which is simply thrown away never to be reused again.

When do businesses need to be ready by?

There are various milestones on the journey to set our nation on the course to a culture of recycling and reuse under the Simpler Recycling programme.

Businesses, schools and hospitals in England, (except micro-businesses with fewer than 10 employees) must implement recycling practises for all recyclable waste streams.

All Businesses (Including micro-businesses) must comply with the new recycling requirements

Landfill Tax

In the Spring 2024 budget announcement, it was announced that landfill tax will increase by over 20% from April 2025. The new Simpler Recycling legislation can help businesses and local authorities manage the volume of waste going to landfill.

Materials

The new legislation require businesses, schools, hospitals to separate dry recycling from general waste collection into appropriate containers. These containers are:

    • Tetrapak

    • All food intended for Human or Household Pet Consumption

    • Biodegradable Materials such as Bones, Coffee Grounds, Egg Shells, Fruit and Vegetable Skins, Tea bags.

    • Bottles

    • Jars

    • Aerosols

    • Foil

    • Food Trays

    • Steel and Aluminium Jars and Bottle Lids

    • Tins and Cans

    • Aluminium Tubes

  • All Paper and Cardboard except:

    • Laminated Paper

    • Paperback/Hardback books

    • Padded Lined Envelopes

    • Paper and card with glitter or foil on.

    • Stickers and Sticky paper

    • Wallpaper

    • Bottles

    • Plastic film packaging and Plastic Bags

    • Pots

    • Tubs

    • Trays

Who can give tailored expert advice?

As with a lot of policy change, it can sometimes be confusing with a lot of conflicting information, and it may not always help you identify exactly what you and your business need to do to be compliant.

North Somerset Environment Company has a team of professionals with specific industry and local expertise to be able to advise you on the best route forward, tailored to your business.

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