Recycling news: 2026

Fresh every day from industry press, GOV.UK and research feeds — plus the historical archive. Last updated 2 Aug 2026.

Council news Council delegation pays tribute in France and Belgium at 110th Battle of the Somme commemorations A council delegation took part in a four-day visit to France and Belgium this week to mark the 110th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme and commemorate those killed in action during one of the defining battles of the First World War. The delegation included Aldermen Glenn Barr, Margaret Tinsley and Ian Burns; Councillors […] Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Resident support helps to catch fly-tipper The vigilance of residents, and concern for fly-tipping on their estate led to a £500 penalty for one man. He was seen dumping a fridge/freezer in Springfields, Epping and was caught on CCTV. As part of the investigation, Environmental Enforcement Officers (EEOs) carried out targeted enquiries, including the distribution of appeal posters throughout the estate. These featured an image of the in… Epping Forest Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Extended Opening Hours for Pubs and Bars During World Cup 2026 Licensed venues will be permitted to remain open for extended hours following the government's decision to prolong licensing hours in England and Scotland beyond the group stages of the tournament. North Warwickshire Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Free business start-up course Ambitious Essex is running a free 2-day online course designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs and early-stage business owners take those first steps with confidence. If you have a business idea sitting in the back of your mind … but not sure how to actually turn it into something real? Sign up for this free course. On 13 and 14 July 2026 From 10am to 3pm Free Reserve your spot now Led by an exp… Epping Forest Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Top podcast’s apology to Erewash is real hoot - Erewash Borough Council Erewash Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Campaign launched to highlight risks faced by refuse crews in Maldon District Maldon District Council has launched a new campaign in partnership with SUEZ UK, to raise awareness of the dangers faced by refuse crews while collecting waste and recycling across the district. Maldon Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Transformed Walnuts Leisure Centre reopens A celebration for the reopening of the transformed Walnuts Leisure Centre took place in Orpington town centre on Thursday 2 July with crowds of residents joining for the festivities. Bromley Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Birmingham launches partnership with the Institute of Health Equity to tackle inequalities Birmingham has marked a significant milestone in its ambition to create a fairer, healthier city, bringing together partners to shape the city’s approach to Health Equity and Inclusion. Birmingham Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Sandwell Council and police take decisive action to tackle illegal activity in Cradley Heath Action has been taken to close criminal shops. Sandwell Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Have your say on future local governance in Bromsgrove and Rubery - Bromsgrove District Council Bromsgrove Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Start (or renew) your Garden Waste service for 2026/27 If you’re already enjoying the convenience of regular garden waste collections, make sure you renew your subscription to continue receiving collections without interruption. Simply renew online using the link below. Not yet subscribed? Now is the perfect time to join. The Garden Waste Service offers an easy and convenient way to dispose of grass cuttings, … Continued Rother Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Councillor Peter Higgins - Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames Kingston upon Thames Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Trusty steeds help promote anti-social behaviour awareness The Council has been linking with Coventry Police this week to highlight the work they are doing to tackle anti-social behaviour in the city centre including action on the dangerous use of e-bikes. Coventry Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Tameside HAF (Holiday Activities and Food) Programme - Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council Tameside Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Bridge removal marks early stage of Slow the Flow flood management work at Etonbury Woods We are working in partnership with Hertfordshire County Council and other organisations through the ResilienTogether programme – a Defra-funded initiative exploring new and innovative approaches to flood risk management across the Pix Brook catchment. Initial activity on site has included soil sampling, ecological surveys, minor vegetation management, and the removal of a disused pedestri… Central Bedfordshire Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Stretch, Breathe and Recharge in Bromsgrove - Bromsgrove District Council Bromsgrove Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Ofsted recognises continued progress for Havering’s children in care Havering’s Children’s Services is continuing to make progress for children in care, with Ofsted inspectors recognising ‘tangible improvement that is making a positive difference for children’. Havering Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Councillor Manish Shukla - Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames Kingston upon Thames Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Open Data Stirling Council - Stirling Council Stirling Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news "Stark choices" for Westminster residents as the council faces a funding cut of £100m "Stark choices" for Westminster residents as the council faces a funding cut of £100m Rebekah Bonaparte Fri, 03/07/2026 - 10:26 The stark scale of the financial challenge facing Westminster was made clear today (Friday 3 July) as the council warned changes in Government funding means it faces losing £100m in support.  Over four years the council's grant funding will reduce by just under ha… Westminster Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Further allotment site recommended for contaminated land determination Experts have concluded that an additional allotment site in Thornton-Cleveleys meets the criteria to be determined as contaminated land as part of an ongoing environmental investigation. Wyre Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Additional police patrols announced for Chelmsford city centre this summer - Chelmsford City Life Chelmsford Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Council steps up road repairs with summer resurfacing programme Essential resurfacing work will take place across 18 deteriorating roads, as Swindon Borough Council continues to take action to target roads in poor condition. Swindon Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Free Summer Fun Days coming to Broxtowe for the school holidays! - Broxtowe Broxtowe Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Maldon District Council celebrates submitting bid for UK Town of Culture 2028 An Expression of Interest for the UK Town of Culture 2028 competition, has been submitted to the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS). Maldon Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Nature Isn’t Neat returns to Monmouthshire with boost for wildlife Monmouthshire County Council is bringing back its Nature Isn’t Neat campaign this summer, encouraging a more relaxed approach to grass cutting to help wildlife thrive. Now in its sixth year,... Monmouthshire Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news - Woking Borough Council Woking Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news West Northamptonshire set to welcome biggest-ever British Grand Prix Visitors from across the world are set to visit West Northamptonshire this weekend as the British Grand Prix returns to Silverstone (3–5 July). West Northamptonshire Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Decisions for issue Approval of Mutual Exchange between Arun District Council tenant and external tenant - Arun District Council Arun Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Drumglass Park - Sustainable Drainage System (SuDS) - Belfast City Council Belfast Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news 9. Community Infrastructure Levy & Developer Contributions Guidance - Cannock Chase Council Cannock Chase Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Waste and recycling - Calderdale Council Calderdale Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Significant disruption expected as flyover demolition progresses - Gateshead Council Gateshead Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Renfrewshire's Plan for Net Zero - Renfrewshire Council Renfrewshire Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Crisis and Resilience Fund - Stockport Council Stockport Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Licensing Alcohol and Entertainment - Stafford Borough Council Stafford Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Croft Road Car Park - Worcester City Council Worcester Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Primary school menu 2026 - swansea.gov.uk Swansea Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Benefits and Council Tax contacts - Wychavon District Council Wychavon Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Issue - decisions - Cotswold District Council Cotswold Council · 3 Jul 2026