The Environment Agency has described waste crime as the “new narcotics” and small businesses could be a target for illegal operators raking in millions every year. Can you end up the one facing fines
and if so how do you best protect yourself?
Published 01.02.2024
You’ve heard that the waste handling regulations were changed recently and the new rules will affect most companies. What steps do you need to take to stay on the right side of the law?
Published 14.06.2011
In a recent case, a company was fined £10,000 for not registering with the Environment Agency (EA) under the waste packaging regulations. As a director, is this something that you should be concerned
about?
Published 16.09.2009
Every business wants to cut its waste bills. You’ve heard companies boasting about their “zero waste to landfill” target. But is this really possible and, if so, should you consider it?
Published 01.10.2020
Businesses have been falling over themselves to launch crackdowns on the plastic they use. But is it unwise, too costly and too early to jump on to this particular green bandwagon?
Published 13.02.2018
You’re replacing all the computers in your office and you’ve heard that there are regulations on how companies dispose of the old ones. What do you need to know to make sure you don’t fall foul of
the law?
Published 18.01.2006
83% of SMEs say plastic is a problem but they are struggling to know what to do about it. Are there any easy, low-cost steps you can take to stay on the right side of clients and ahead of any new
regulations?
Published 27.09.2018
A dog toy supplier has been fined by the Environment Agency for failing to recycle enough of its packaging, claiming that it was unaware of the relevant regulations. What were its obligations, and
how can you make sure your business doesn’t get caught out too?
Published 07.01.2021
You’re providing face coverings, gloves, etc. to staff if they want to use them. But how do you dispose of all the extra waste? You’ve heard that it needs a specialist hazardous waste collector - is
this true?
Published 22.09.2020
The government has announced that it wants to extend the 5p charge on plastic carrier bags to small retailers. What do you need to know about the proposal and is this likely to be good news or bad?
Published 05.02.2018