The annual Scottish Resources Conference, exploring resource efficiency and the circular economy, has begun in Glasgow.

The European Commission has launched a €143-million call for research projects that investigate reuse and remanufacturing.

Wandsworth Council has launched a new anti-litter campaign after finding that it spends £3.8 million a year tackling the problem.

Frank Barnes (Darwen) Ltd has been fined £30,000 for exposing employees to lead fumes and dust.

Healthcare waste management company G.W. Butler has been acquired by the Healthcare Environmental Group.

Nearly 700 projects, including waste reduction programmes, have received grant funding under the 2014 Local Agenda 21 Environmental Partnership Fund.

Sustainable packaging consultancy Budget Pack has relaunched as ecosurety.

Resource Efficient Wales has been launched to provide individuals and businesses with advice on reducing waste, energy, and water.

Social enterprise Bryson Charitable Group celebrates record annual turnover.

A round up of business news from the waste and resources sector, including Recolight, Remondis UK, and Hadfield Wood Recyclers.