Recycling news: 2026

Policy & government Senedd Cymru/ Welsh Parliament elections 2026 Elections to the Senedd Cymru/ Welsh Parliament took place on 7 May 2026. Plaid Cymru won the most seats, followed by Reform UK Wales. House of Commons Library · 13 May 2026 Policy & government Unauthorised migration: UK-France border cooperation The UK and France have agreements to address unauthorised migration, including by small boats. In April 2026 they agreed a new three-year cycle of UK funding which is worth £662 million. House of Commons Library · 13 May 2026 Policy & government Merecote, 63 Meols Drive, Hoylake, CH47 4AG: MAN/00CB/OAF/2024/0603 & MAN/00CB/OC6/2024/0604 Northern Region Tribunal Valuer Chair J. Fraser and Tribunal Member J. Gittus sitting on 9 December 2025 GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government Application for an environmental permit: part F1 – charges and declarations Complete part F1 if you are applying for a new permit or applying to change, transfer or surrender an existing permit. GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government Statistics on alcohol: England In 2024, 76% of adults in England said that they drink alcohol. 21% of adults drank more than the recommended weekly limit of 14 units of alcohol. House of Commons Library · 13 May 2026 Policy & government 69 Scotforth Road, Lancaster, LA1 4SD: MAN/30UH/HMF/2024/0045 Northern Region Tribunal Judge J. Murray and Tribunal Member J. Fraser sitting on 9 March 2026 GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government Help with energy efficiency, heating and renewable energy in homes This briefing outlines the various financial support available across the UK for installing energy efficient measures, heating and renewable energy in homes. House of Commons Library · 13 May 2026 Policy & government Household Costs Indices for UK household groups: April to June 2026 Household Costs Indices, 12-month growth rates, expenditure shares and contributions for UK household groups and all-households. GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government Household satellite account, UK: 2024 (and provisional 2025) estimates Measures the value of unpaid adult and childcare, household housing services, nutrition, clothing and laundry, transport and volunteering. GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government Business insights and impact on the UK economy: 6 August 2026 The impact of challenges facing the economy and other events on UK businesses, including financial performance, workforce, trade, and business resilience. GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government The EU Entry/Exit system and EU travel authorisation system Non-EU nationals will soon need an authorisation before they travel to the EU and will have to go through new automated biometric checks at the border House of Commons Library · 13 May 2026 Policy & government Active Travel FAQs Frequently asked questions on cycling, walking, e-scooters, e-bicycles, delivery riders, and low traffic neighbourhoods. House of Commons Library · 13 May 2026 Policy & government WTO General Council May 2026: UK Statements for Agenda Items 1, 2 & 3 UK Statement at the World Trade Organization's General Council in Geneva. Delivered by the UK's Permanent Representative to the WTO and UN, Kumar Iyer. GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government Mr L A Fernando v Bristol Waste Company Ltd: 6000087/2025 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government DfE Update 13 May 2026 Latest information and actions from the Department for Education about funding, assurance and resource management, for academies, local authorities and further education providers. GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government Russia’s Militarised Economy and the Destabilising Effects on Regional Security: UK Statement to the OSCE UK Senior Military Advisor, Colonel Joby Rimmer warns that Russia’s selective ceasefires mask bad faith engagement, a war dependent economy, and growing militarisation, making Moscow more coercive and risk tolerant. Russia’s actions, not its rhetoric, demonstrate the absence of any genuine commitment to a lasting peace in Europe. GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government National Biosecurity Centre Programme – Weybridge Outlining plans for a world leading science centre at Weybridge, to protect people and animals from disease outbreaks. GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government Mr M R Kunjithapatham v D Fraser: 4100155/2026 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government King's Speech to build a Stronger, Fairer Northern Ireland and Deliver the Troubles Bill Statement from the Secretary of State regarding the King's Speech in Parliament GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government Environmental Indicator Framework: Assessments This release contains summaries for all Environmental Indicator Framework assessments relevant to the goals of the Environmental Improvement Plan. GOV.UK research & statistics — recycling · 13 May 2026 Policy & government Food processing services (VAT Notice 701/40) Check the VAT rules for food processing and abattoir services. GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government Environmental Indicator Framework Theme E (Natural Resources) This release contains all indicators which fall under Theme E (Natural Resources) of the Environmental Indicator Framework. GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government Data for Theme J: Resource Use and Waste Data for 'Theme J: Resource Use and Waste' indicators of the Environmental Indicator Framework. GOV.UK research & statistics — recycling · 13 May 2026 Policy & government Environmental Indicator Framework Theme J (Resource Use and Waste) This release contains all indicators which fall under Theme J (Resource Use and Waste) of the Environmental Indicator Framework. GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government Environmental Indicator Framework Theme G (Natural Beauty and Engagement) This release contains all indicators which fall under Theme G (Natural Beauty and Engagement) of the Environmental Indicator Framework. GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government Environment Agency puts brakes on illegal waste site The Environment Agency has stopped illegal waste activity in its tracks at a site near Chesterfield. GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government Administrative agreements with trade bodies (VAT Notice 700/57) Read details of administrative agreements relating to VAT on certain specific transactions between members of trade bodies and HMRC. GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government The King's Speech 2026 His Majesty’s most gracious speech to both Houses of Parliament. GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government Public health grants to local authorities: 2026 to 2027 The public health grant allocations and monetary conditions for local authorities to improve health in local populations. GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government Driving Integration Integration is about ensuring Defence can act in a way greater than the sum of its parts, with government, our allies and industry to deliver a desired outcome. GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government MHRA supports Northern Ireland life sciences sector with new hub The MHRA hub in Belfast will strengthen collaboration and engagement with local industry, academia and the healthcare sector. GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government Customs civil penalties Find out about the law and regulations for customs civil penalties. GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government Notifications of unsafe and noncompliant products Information on how market surveillance authorities should notify products that pose a risk to the health and safety of consumers and / or are noncompliant. GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government General Support Technology Programme (GSTP) The General Support Technology Programme (GSTP) is a European Space Agency programme aimed at the development of new and innovative space technologies. GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government 448 Wimpson Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO16 4PU: HAV/00MS/MNR/2025/0604 Southern Region, Mr I Perry FRICS and Mr M Ayres FRICS on 29 May 2025 GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government CCUS Innovation 2.0 competition: Carbon sequestration in the built environment Key documents from Imperial College London’s Carbon Capture, Usage and Storage (CCUS) Innovation 2.0 project. GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government Flat 23B High Street, Horley, Surrey, RH6 7BH: HAV/43UF/HNA/2025/0622 and HAV/43UF/HNA/2026/0026 Southern Region Judge H Lumby and Mr A Hetherton MRICS IRRV (Hons) on 24 March 2026. GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government 29 Clive Road, Fratton, Portsmouth, PO1 5JB: HAV/00MR/HNA/2025/0625 Southern Region, Judge H Lumby and Mr C Davies FRICS on 7 April 2026. GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government CCUS Innovation 2.0 competition: Use of CO2 capture to enhance low carbon fertiliser manufacture Key documents from CCm Technologies Limited’s Carbon Capture, Usage and Storage (CCUS) Innovation 2.0 project. GOV.UK · 13 May 2026 Policy & government 32 Clarendon Court, Stitchill Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1QA :HAV/00HH/LSC/2025/0667 Southern Region, Judge J Dobson, Mr K Ridgeway MRICS and Ms T Wong on 5th February 2026. GOV.UK · 13 May 2026