Commission’s plan highlights role of critical material recycling, remanufacturing, and investment in infrastructure as key goals

Committee for Climate Change also says EfW must be included in Emissions Trading Scheme and face mandatory carbon capture requirements

Reuse Network report calls for removal of regulatory barriers and increased support for reuse charities through credit schemes, regional hubs, and new partnerships

Welsh Government releases timeline for stakeholder engagement and formal consultation following withdrawal from UK-wide system

Results of Defra consultation show industry backing for coordinated approach to reduce biodegradable waste in landfill, with focus on developing treatment infrastructure

WRAP and Defra analysis highlights gaps in processing capacity across key material streams to meet demand from packaging reforms

European recycling body proposed an extension to waste shipment deadlines as non-OECD countries are expected to struggle with compliance

Metal recycling trade association’s ‘Agenda for Change’ also highlights political support needed for industry to transition to net-zero

UK Government pushes back mandatory digital waste reporting system for all four nations, following industry feedback about implementation challenges

The survey seeks insights from industry and the public on the scale, impact, deterrence, report rate, and effectiveness of actions against waste crime