The government has put reducing plastic waste at the top of its priority list. What effect is this likely to have and what steps can you take to avoid adding to the problem?
Published 19.01.2018
The waste industry has put forward a new way of categorising plastic products in response to the government’s target to eliminate all avoidable plastic waste. What does it recommend and what are the
likely implications?
Published 21.08.2018
The government plans to extend compulsory plastic bag charging. What has brought this on, which stores will be affected and when can you expect the changes to be made?
Published 27.09.2018
It is now possible to calculate and offset your plastic footprint. What does this process involve, is there any value in it and is it something that you should consider looking into?
Published 22.02.2018
There’s a great deal in the news about what supermarkets are doing to reduce their impact on the environment. But are they really making any headway? A new report shows an increase in the use of
plastic packaging. What’s to know?
Published 27.01.2020
Some aspects of the coronavirus pandemic have been good for the environment. But lockdown has produced challenges for those looking to reduce their consumption of single-use plastic. What’s happening
in the fight against plastic pollution?
Published 24.08.2020
New legislation to tackle plastic waste has arrived in England. What does it demand of businesses that use packaging, how might you be affected, and what should you do now to prepare?
Published 27.10.2020
Tesco has said that it will delist brands that use too much packaging. Will other businesses follow its lead and how do you prepare for the expected supply chain pressure?
Published 19.12.2019
Plastic carrier bags are in the press again and this time even the Prime Minister has joined in. What’s prompted these recent reports and could this mean the end for disposable plastic bags?
Published 01.04.2008
From 5 October 2015 many retail businesses in England will be forced to charge their customers 5p for each carrier bag. But the new requirements are far from straightforward - especially for small
businesses. What’s to know?
Published 23.09.2015