Manufacturing and retail waste has reduced by 3.2 per cent since 2012, though packaging weight has increased by 0.7 per cent, according to interim results for Courtauld 3.

A round-up of news from the waste and resources sector, including clothing reuse, Novelis appointment and car clubs.

Landfill waste in Northern Ireland has fallen, but its recycling rate has also fallen slightly, according to a report published today (22 October).

Bolton Council has dismissed reports in the national press that suggested it was using ‘big brother’ tactics to enforce recycling practices in the borough.

New CIWM President Professor Jim Baird has outlined the focus on data harmonisation and the circular economy at his inauguration.

A new project addressing the carbon, waste and water footprints of clothing in the EU has been launched by WRAP today.

A round-up of news from the waste and resources sector, including glass recycling in Scotland, SUEZ appointments, and pumpkin events.

Two children’s books are being released to educate children about the issue of marine litter and the importance of careful recycling.

Gloucestershire County Council will appeal a government ruling that it must disclose all information about its waste contract with Urbaser Balfour Beatty.

Resources Minister Rory Stewart has given his backing to a new action plan for food waste recycling, after a steering group met for the first time last week.