Nationwide reforms aimed at standardising waste collections and expanding food waste recycling are set to take effect from Tuesday, as the government’s Simpler Recycling legislation comes into force.
The new rules are intended to tackle stagnating recycling rates by introducing consistent recycling practices across England, which has long suffered from inconsistent local rules.
Under the reforms, households and businesses will be required to separate recyclable materials more clearly, with a particular focus on increasing food waste recycling.
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Officials hope that simplifying the process will encourage more people to recycle properly, reducing the amount of waste sent to landfill.
