Bristol Fire: Major Incident at Avonmouth Recycling Centre
A major incident has been declared after a significant fire broke out at a recycling centre in Avonmouth, Bristol. Firefighters are on scene; residents advised to keep windows closed.
Category : Recycling
Secret Ingredient to Elevate Your Ham Sandwich: Jam
Adding jam to a ham sandwich introduces a sweet contrast that enhances the salty, smoky flavour. This simple cupboard staple transforms the classic lunchtime favourite without extra cost.
Welsh Beach Named Among UK's Best: Blue Lagoon Surprise
Abereiddy in Pembrokeshire, with its dark sands, made the Sunday Times best beach list due to the nearby Blue Lagoon, a former slate quarry with stunning aqua-blue water, now a top wild swimming and coasteering spot.
Kitchen Items Transform Shower Screens
A cleaning hack using Fairy Liquid and vinegar in a Dishmatic makes shower screens gleam, eliminating streaks and water marks, as shared by TikTok user @mylittlehome.x.
Best Mould Remover for Grout Tested: HG Wins Over Astonish
HG Mould Spray at £4.29 outperformed Mould Magic and Astonish in a grout test, removing black mould in 30 minutes and leaving grout white like new.
Barton Arcade, Manchester's Last Victorian Arcade, at Risk
Barton Arcade, a 150-year-old Grade II*-listed Victorian shopping arcade in Manchester, has been placed on SAVE Britain's heritage at risk register due to neglect and needed repairs, including its steel and glass roof.
5 Chores to Skip in UK Heatwave, Says Queen of Clean
Lynsey Crombie, the Queen of Clean, urges households to avoid five common chores during the heatwave, including using tumble dryers and cleaning ovens, as they can worsen heat and cleaning results.
Bin Collection Reforms Delayed Until After Next Election, Councils Claim
Councils accuse government of delaying recycling bin reforms until after next general election to avoid controversy, citing policy postponement to 2025.
Stop Flies Entering Your Home: Simple 5-Minute Fan Change
DIY expert reveals how using a fan incorrectly attracts flies indoors. Simple 5-minute change keeps your home cool and pest-free during the UK heatwave.
UK Deposit Return Scheme: 20p on Bottles and Cans from 2027
From October 1, 2027, UK shoppers will pay a 20p deposit on single-use plastic and metal drinks containers, refundable upon return, to boost recycling and reduce litter.
Five Items Never to Put in Garden Waste Bins or Risk Fines
Garden waste bins are for grass, leaves, and small branches. Avoid soil, pet waste, invasive plants, food waste, and plastics to prevent contamination and fines up to £5,000.
Simple Newspaper Trick Keeps Flies Out of Recycling Bins This Spring
UK households are urged to clean recycling bins before spring to prevent flies. Lining bins with newspaper absorbs moisture and deters flies.
Crisp Packet Recycling Warning: Bins May Be Left Uncollected
Putting crisp packets in home recycling is a common mistake that could lead to bins being left uncollected. Learn what to do and the upcoming change in 2027.
Killingworth Residents React to New Recycling Centre Plans
Killingworth locals share mixed views on a proposed new recycling centre in North Tyneside, with support for cleaner areas but concerns over location and environmental impact.
Solar farm plan turns Domesday village 'into a prison'
Residents of Brailsford, Derbyshire, fear a 132,000-panel solar farm on 300 acres will ruin their countryside views and make homes unsellable, likening it to a prison.
UK Vapers Warned: Heatwave Poses Battery Explosion Risk
As UK temperatures soar to 30C, experts warn leaving vapes in cars could cause batteries to explode, leading to fires, £1,000s in damage, and insurance claim denials.
7,500-Tonne Illegal Dump Near Bradford City Stadium
A 7,500-tonne illegal waste dump was discovered opposite Bradford City's Valley Parade stadium after residents complained of a foul stench during a heatwave. The Environment Agency is investigating.
Derbyshire villagers fear 'solar prison' with 9ft fences
Brailsford residents oppose a 132,000-panel solar farm that would surround homes with 9ft fences and 24/7 CCTV, calling it a 'prison' and fearing unsellable properties.
Green's Geraldine Coggins on Greater Manchester Mayor Bid
Green Party candidate Geraldine Coggins aims to become Greater Manchester mayor, promising housing revolution, high street revival, and a rebalance away from Labour dominance.
Victoria's Waste-to-Energy Expansion Sparks Controversy
Victoria approves 7 new waste-to-energy plants, doubling capacity, sparking concerns over health, environment, and lack of community consultation.
Wirral food waste collections start: biggest bin change in 20 years
Wirral Council launches weekly food waste collections for a third of households, the biggest change to domestic waste services in 20 years, aiming to boost recycling and produce green energy.
Binman Reveals Which Bin for Crisp and Chocolate Packets
A binman clarifies that crisp and chocolate packets should not go in home recycling bins; instead, take them to supermarket collection points or use general waste.
Binman Reveals Correct Bin for Crisp Packets and Wrappers
A binman reveals crisp packets and chocolate wrappers should go in general waste or supermarket recycling bins, not household recycling, as UK consumes over 8 billion crisp packets yearly.
Binman Settles Debate on Crisp and Chocolate Packet Disposal
A binman clarifies that crisp and chocolate packets cannot be recycled at home; they must be taken to supermarket collection points or placed in general waste.
Why People Are Put Off Buying Secondhand: Charity Shop Lover Explains
Charity shop enthusiast Danielle reveals that high pricing is deterring shoppers, with items like a mouldy Armani jacket priced at £100, as shops struggle to compete with online marketplaces like Vinted.
Salt Makes Homemade Iced Coffee Taste Like Shop-Bought
Adding a tiny pinch of salt to homemade iced coffee can suppress bitterness and enhance sweetness, making it taste as good as café-bought drinks, according to coffee expert Luke Dalton.
UK Households to Get 20p Deposit for Bottles at Supermarkets
UK households will be paid 20p per bottle or can returned to supermarkets like Tesco, Asda, Morrisons, and Sainsbury's from October 2027 under a new Deposit Return Scheme to reduce litter and boost recycling.
Rectangular Scars on Moel Famau Explained
Moel Famau's rectangular heather cuts are part of biodiversity management, boosting black grouse from 10 to 40 males since the 1990s.
2-Minute Morning Task to Cool Home Without AC
Keep your home cool during UK heatwaves without air conditioning. A simple 2-minute morning task of closing curtains and blinds blocks heat, reducing indoor temperatures effectively.
Cardiff Recycling Plant Allowed 24/7 Operations Including Holidays
Cardiff Council approves 24/7 operations for a Splott recycling plant, including Sundays and bank holidays, to serve multiple local authorities with flexible processing.
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