Birmingham council doubles agency spending amid bin strike dispute
Birmingham council doubled agency spending during bin strikes, Unite accuses it of breaking law; dispute over pay cuts continues.
Birmingham council doubled agency spending during bin strikes, Unite accuses it of breaking law; dispute over pay cuts continues.
At least 8,000 illegal waste sites in the UK contain 13m tonnes of rubbish, avoiding £1.63bn in landfill tax, with concerns over health, environment, and regulatory failures.
Romania's deposit return scheme has boosted beverage packaging recycling to 94% in two years, transforming the country from EU laggard to leader.
England's new four-bin recycling rules start March 31, 2026, with potential £400 fines for incorrect sorting. Households must separate waste into four categories.
New UK bin rules ban 37 items from recycling bins, with fines up to £400. Households must separate waste into up to four bins.
Nike advises federations to wash and steam World Cup jerseys to resolve unsightly shoulder seam bulge, a rare miss for the sportswear giant.
Co-op launches Second Chance Saver Bags in 20 UK stores via Deliveroo, selling £32 worth of fruit and veg for £3 to reduce food waste and support healthy eating.
From March 31, English households must use four bins for recycling under new rules, with potential £400 fines for incorrect sorting.
A binman on TikTok reveals that greasy takeaway boxes, including pizza boxes and burger wrappers, belong in general waste, not recycling.
Binmen are recording millions of recycling 'offences' per year, with councils using CCTV and fines to enforce rules, sparking criticism over surveillance.
UK households face hefty penalties for common wheelie bin errors including overfilling, wrong placement and contamination. Learn how to avoid costly fines.
Households across the UK are being put on alert as councils roll out major changes to bin collection schedules and rules. Here
Millions of edible pumpkins become Halloween casualties each year. Discover creative recipes and environmental solutions to transform this seasonal waste into culinary treasures.
A new interactive map exposes the staggering disparity in council waste collection services across the UK, revealing a true
Discover how to repurpose your Halloween pumpkin into delicious, protein-packed recipes and reduce food waste with these innovative kitchen hacks.
Southend-on-Sea becomes the latest UK council to implement controversial three-bin waste collection system, sparking resident backlash and space concerns across the Essex coastal city.
Rescuers detect signs of life in Cebu City landfill collapse that killed four workers. Search intensifies as dozens remain missing. Read the latest updates.
Exclusive: Senior SNP figure Fergus Ewing launches blistering attack on Scotland
An explosive report reveals how Scottish ministers allegedly misled companies about a botched recycling initiative, with experts warning of catastrophic consequences for businesses and environmental targets.
Exclusive: Circularity Scotland invested millions in Scottish Government
Learn how to properly recycle old laptops, phones, and gadgets to earn money and reduce e-waste. Discover trade-in programs, council schemes, and recycling tips.
Qantas faces backlash over removing non-recyclable paper towels from lounges. An MP calls it
Discover the story of Matt and Jason, the New Jersey duo whose YouTube channel, documenting their extraordinary trash-picking finds, has captivated millions and sparked a viral sensation across the pond.
Major recycling overhaul forces households across England to separate food waste weekly while general rubbish collections may become fortnightly under new government plans.
Discover how to remove stubborn toilet limescale using two cheap natural ingredients you already have in your kitchen cupboard. No harsh chemicals needed!
Jake Stevens from Portsmouth rescues discarded valuables from bins, earning £600 monthly. He finds designer handbags, jewellery, and food, highlighting UK retail waste.
In the textile recycling capital of India, workers face dangerous conditions while processing the West
A massive illegal waste dump in Kidlington, Oxfordshire, is leaching pollutants into the River Cherwell, with evidence pointing to potential large-scale corruption in local authority waste management. Urgent action is demanded.
UK gardeners face unexpected fines for putting common garden waste items in green bins. Discover which plants and materials could cost you hundreds.
The world produces 62 million tonnes of e-waste yearly, set to hit 82 million by 2030. Discover how to securely recycle your old devices and combat this growing environmental threat.