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UK's Worst Bin Collections Exposed

Exclusive analysis reveals the UK councils with the worst bin collection records as residents face overflowing waste and missed collections.

How our tech addiction is destroying the planet

New visual evidence exposes the devastating environmental cost of our throwaway tech culture, from lithium mining scars to electronic graveyards poisoning communities worldwide.

UN Plastics Treaty in Crisis as Chair Steps Down

The global fight against plastic pollution faces major setback as UN treaty negotiations descend into chaos, prompting the resignation of chair Luis Vayas Valdivieso and putting crucial environmental agreement in jeopardy.

Zero-Waste Blackberry Chocolate Cake Recipe

Discover how to create a stunning zero-waste chocolate cake using foraged blackberries. This innovative recipe turns seasonal abundance into an unforgettable dessert while reducing food waste.

Zero-Waste Fennel Frond Pesto Recipe

Discover a simple, delicious recipe to turn often-discarded fennel tops into a flavourful pesto, championing sustainable cooking and reducing food waste in your kitchen.

UK Town Buried Under 15,000 Tonnes of Fly-Tipped Waste

A quiet UK town has been declared the nation's fly-tipping capital after being inundated with a staggering 15,000 tonnes of illegally dumped waste, including hazardous materials, creating a national scandal.

320 Tonnes of Waste Dumped in Westminster by Criminal Gang

A ruthless criminal gang is operating with impunity, dumping mountains of commercial waste across Westminster. Despite police awareness, authorities admit they are powerless to stop the environmental blight plaguing one of London's most prestigious postco

COVID Masks Leach Toxins in UK Environment

New UK research reveals disposable face masks from the COVID-19 pandemic are leaching dangerous chemicals and microplastics into soil and waterways, creating a silent environmental crisis that could persist for decades.

Taxpayer-Funded Traveller Site Buried in Rubbish

Exclusive photos expose a taxpayer-funded traveller site in Essex transformed into a wasteland of fly-tipped rubbish, abandoned vehicles, and environmental hazards, sparking local fury and a council investigation.

45,000 Sites in Wales Could Hold Toxic Waste

A groundbreaking study reveals a massive legacy pollution crisis across Wales, with tens of thousands of sites potentially holding toxic materials, prompting urgent calls for a national audit and government action.

Zero-Waste Pea Pod Risotto Recipe

Discover how to turn discarded pea pods into a flavourful, creamy stock for a deliciously sustainable summer risotto. This simple zero-waste recipe reduces food waste and elevates your cooking.

Govt Pressure Mounts for UK Disposable Vape Ban

Ministers are under intense pressure to outlaw single-use e-cigarettes, with new data revealing a staggering 500% surge in youth vaping and a devastating environmental toll of 5 million devices discarded weekly.

UK Bin Shake-Up: Weekly Food Waste, Fortnightly Rubbish

Millions of households across England face a major overhaul to their bin collection schedules, with new government rules enforcing weekly food waste collections but potentially reducing general waste pickups to fortnightly.

Victoria's 'Licence to Burn' Waste Plan Sparks Fury

Victoria is radically overhauling its waste management system, fast-tracking energy-from-waste facilities. Critics warn this 'incineration revolution' risks creating a 'licence to burn' culture, undermining recycling and public health. Explore the high-st

Nations divided over global plastic pollution treaty terms

Delegates from 175 countries gather in Geneva to negotiate a groundbreaking treaty aimed at tackling the escalating plastic pollution crisis, but disagreements over production limits and waste management threaten progress.

Wet wipes form artificial island in Thames

A grotesque 'island' of wet wipes has formed in the River Thames near Hammersmith Bridge, highlighting London's growing plastic pollution crisis. Experts warn of ecological disaster as the artificial mound disrupts river flow and harms wildlife.

Lagos battles growing styrofoam environmental crisis

Lagos, Nigeria's bustling megacity, faces an escalating environmental disaster as styrofoam waste clogs waterways and landfills. Experts call for urgent action to avert long-term ecological damage.

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