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Guidance for the aviation sector on how to separate recyclable waste from international catering waste (ICW).
Workplace recycling in England changed on 31 March 2025. Guidance for all businesses, charities and public sector organisations on separating recyclable waste.
Money from packaging reforms to fund better recycling collections and cut costs for taxpayers
A guide to collecting data about your packaging. This is for UK organisations affected by extended producer responsibility (EPR) for packaging.
Legal rules for trustees when deciding whether to accept, refuse or return a donation.
Guidance for waste collectors on household recycling requirements in England, which change on 31 March 2026.
UK organisations that are affected by extended producer responsibility (EPR) for packaging may need to get evidence of packaging waste recycling and pay disposal fees.
How to apply for accreditation, comply with your accreditation and packaging waste technical information.
Read additional information that clarifies the Recyclability Assessment Methodology (RAM) if you’re an obligated producer of household packaging waste under Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for packaging.
How UK organisations that supply or import packaging should comply with extended producer responsibility (EPR) for packaging.
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