New England Recycling Rules: 10 Garden Waste Items Not Collected
England's new garden waste collection rules mean councils are no longer obliged to collect certain items like animal bedding, plant pots, and sand. Check your local authority's policy.
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Clean Patios with Soda Crystals and Dish Soap Instead
Instead of using a pressure washer, cleaning expert Nancy Birtwhistle recommends soda crystals and eco-friendly washing up liquid to safely clean patios, paths, and slippery steps.
Recycling Leftover Paint: UK's Community RePaint Revolution
Community RePaint collects and recycles leftover paint across the UK, turning waste into a resource for community projects and street art.
Coal Firms Could Gain $6.2bn in Diesel Subsidies Under Labor
Analysis shows coal companies could receive $6.2bn in diesel tax credits if half of proposed mines are approved, as Labor faces internal pressure to reform the scheme.
10 Vanished Merseyside Landmarks and What Replaced Them
From boxing stadiums to sugar factories, explore 10 lost Merseyside landmarks and discover what now occupies their sites, including a zoo, nightclub, and elevated railway.
Store Blueberries in Glass Jars for Longer Freshness
Blueberries spoil quickly in plastic containers due to trapped moisture. Expert Val Riley recommends storing them in glass jars with a paper towel to extend freshness by up to two weeks.
Too much stuff: can we solve our addiction to consumerism?
A family tries to reduce consumption, but a landfill tour reveals the staggering scale of waste and the need for systemic change.
Garden Waste Items No Longer Recyclable Under New Rules
England's new 'Simpler Recycling' regulations have banned several garden waste items from recycling, including animal bedding, plastic pots, and garden tools. Check the full list.
New Garden Recycling Rules: What You Can't Put in Bins
The 'Simpler Recycling' regulations in England now ban several garden items from bins, including animal bedding, bulky waste, and plastic pots. Check local rules.
From bottles to bars: easy swaps to cut plastic from your personal care routine
Tips for reducing plastic waste in personal care routines, including switching to bar soaps, refillable bottles and buying less.
Eco Friendly Ways To Recycle Your Christmas Tree
Discover eco-friendly ways to recycle your Christmas tree, from council schemes to wildlife habitats, and reduce festive waste.
Binman Reveals Correct Way to Dispose of Shopping Bags
A binman corrects common mistakes in disposing plastic shopping bags, explaining new recycling rules and proper methods for carrier bags.
Binman: How to Dispose of Supermarket Carrier Bags Correctly
A binman explains whether supermarket carrier bags can be recycled and the proper disposal method, as new Simpler Recycling rules cause confusion.
Binman Reveals Correct Carrier Bag Disposal Method
A binman clarifies the correct method for disposing of supermarket carrier bags, explaining why they cannot go in household recycling bins and where to take them instead.
Binman Reveals Correct Way to Dispose of Carrier Bags
A binman has shared the correct method for disposing of plastic carrier bags, revealing that most households have been doing it wrong. Learn the proper recycling steps.
BBC Expert: Why Your Mail Isn't Arriving on Time
BBC expert Colletta Smith reveals posties say parcel priority causes mail delays, as Royal Mail misses delivery targets and Ofcom investigates.
Brits Leave Tons Of Inflatable Waste At Beaches
British tourists criticised for leaving inflatable waste on beaches, sparking environmental concerns in popular destinations.
Binman Warns: Coffee Cups Not for Home Recycling
A binman advises Brits that coffee cups should not go in household recycling bins due to their plastic lining; instead, return them to coffee shops for specialist recycling.
Binman: Coffee Cups Not Recyclable at Home
A binman clarifies that coffee cups cannot be recycled at home due to mixed materials, urging people to return them to coffee shops or use reusable cups instead.
Polite Litter Accounts For Almost Half Of UK Rubbish
Anti-litter charity names companies behind most litter in Northern Ireland, with Coca-Cola products found 80,000 times.
£61M Fund to Save Pubs: Labour's New Initiative
Labour announces a £61 million Community Right to Buy Fund to help locals take over pubs, shops, and other community assets at risk of closure, in a victory for the Mirror's campaign.
South Korea's 968% Food Waste Recycling Success: A Model for the World
South Korea recycles nearly 100% of its food waste through a mandatory composting system with yellow bags and daily pickup, offering lessons for the US.
West London Residents Slam Block Used as Toilet
Residents of Felix Court in Yiewsley, West London, report persistent fly-tipping, urination, defecation, and rat infestations. Home Group, the housing association, apologizes and promises action.
Supermarkets To Pay 20p Per Bottle Without Receipt From 2027
From October 2027, UK supermarkets will pay 20p per bottle returned without receipt under a new Deposit Return Scheme to reduce waste.
Tesco: Freezer Keeps Bread Fresher Longer
Tesco advises storing bread in the freezer to keep it fresh for up to six months, preventing staleness and mould while saving money and reducing food waste.
Binman: Used Cooking Oil Goes in General Waste, Not Food Bin
A refuse collector on TikTok clarifies the correct disposal method for used cooking oil: it belongs in general waste, not food or recycling bins. Tips for safe disposal included.
Pompeii Ruins Reveal Roman Recycling Habits
Pompeii excavations show Romans collected, sorted, and resold rubbish, challenging views of ancient waste management.
Four Bins Mandatory For English Homes From 2026
English homes will require four bins by March 2026 under new Simpler Recycling rules, standardising waste collection and ending the postcode lottery.
Binman's Advice: Tear Pizza Boxes in Half for Proper Recycling
A binman advises tearing pizza boxes in half to recycle the clean part and bin the greasy part, as oil contamination prevents recycling.
£200 Fine for Toothpaste Tube Recycling Error in UK
New Simpler Recycling rules in England could lead to £200 fines for households that incorrectly dispose of toothpaste tubes and other non-recyclable items.
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