Stakeholders in the circular economy voice scepticism over the European Commission’s decision to introduce a ‘more ambitious’ proposal next year.

The European Commission has withdrawn its current circular economy proposals, but says it will now begin work on a ‘more ambitious’ proposal.

Defra and DOE have launched a consultation regarding the implementation of recent EU ship recycling regulations within the UK.

Retailers in England will be required to report details of their plastic bag charging schemes to central government, a new letter has revealed.

Central government is consulting on proposals for new regulations on the seizure of vehicles in relation to offences concerning waste.

Around a quarter of UK householders are ‘highly effective’ recyclers but the majority are still confused over what can and cannot be recycled, a new WRAP report has found.

A round-up of news from the waste and resources industry, including: the ESA; London Re-use Network; Love Food Hate Waste; and J&B Recycling.

HM Revenue & Customs has released further details of the loss on ignition tests that will apply to mechanical treatment plant fines from 1 April 2015.

Investment company AURELIUS has acquired plastics reprocessing company ECO Plastics for an undisclosed sum, it has been announced today (12 December).

Industry expresses ‘dismay’ at rumours regarding the potential withdrawal of the European Commission’s circular economy package.