Recycling news: 2026

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

Policy & government HMPPS accredited programmes This list includes all the accredited programmes that are available to service users. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Mobile phones in schools (England) A short overview of policy relating to mobile phone use in English schools, and related discussions House of Commons Library · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Research at HMPPS Conducting Research in Prisons, Probation or HMPPS Headquarters GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Migration Advisory Committee meeting minutes 2025 Minutes of meetings held by the Migration Advisory Committee in 2025. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Stamp duty land tax: Current situation and developments since 2020 This briefing explains the current rates of stamp duty land tax and of the property transaction taxes in Scotland and Wales, and proposals for reform. House of Commons Library · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Submit your Self Assessment tax return early Benefits and step-by-step guide on how to get your tax return done early. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Mr R Tedd v Surrey County Council: [2026] EAT 66 Employment Appeal Tribunal Judgment of Andrew Burns, Deputy Judge of the High Court on 12 May 2026. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Care to Learn guidance Funding guidance for organisations delivering the Care to Learn (C2L) scheme for the academic year. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Financial sanctions general guidance General guidance for UK financial sanctions GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Noise and vibration management: environmental permits How UK environment agencies assess noise, legal requirements for managing noise, noise impact assessments and noise management plans. This replaces H3 guidance. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Plant health news Read the latest plant health news from the Forestry Commission. Sign up to the plant health newsletter to receive up-to-date forestry trade news. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Direct Air Capture and Greenhouse Gas Removal Innovation Programme: selected projects This competition provides funding for developing technologies that enable the removal of greenhouse gases from the atmosphere in the UK. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Local government reorganisation in East Sussex and Brighton and Hove, and West Sussex This consultation seeks views on the local government reorganisation proposals we have received from councils in East Sussex and Brighton and Hove, and West Sussex. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Decision for Robert Alan Gassor (OH2052168) Written decision of the Traffic Commissioner for the West of England for Robert Alan Gassor as operator and transport manager GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Modified proposals for local government reorganisation in West Sussex This consultation seeks views on a potential modification to a proposal for local government reorganisation in West Sussex. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Microeconomics Unit research The Competition and Markets Authority’s (CMA) research into competition, innovation, productivity and growth. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Supply chains and market power This paper is part of the Microeconomics Unit’s ongoing growth programme, supporting the government’s growth mission by delivering economic research focused on critical drivers and blockers of economic growth. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Combined Space Operations Initiative Principals' Board Meets to Advance Combined Operations Efforts The Combined Space Operations Initiative Principals' Board convened on 17 April 2026, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Who stays, who leaves? Evidence from the Skilled Worker route Report on the factors that influence how long skilled migrants stay in the UK. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Innovative walking, wheeling and cycling projects win share of £1 million The 12 winning projects will provide more people with healthier and sustainable active travel options across England. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Universal Credit sanctions statistics: background information and methodology Information about sanctions statistics and methodology including the purpose, source, definitions and limitations of the statistics covered. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Move to Universal Credit, July 2022 to end March 2026 These official statistics under development cover the number of people who have been sent managed migration notices inviting them to claim Universal Credit. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Universal Credit quarterly statistics, 29 April 2013 to 12 February 2026 Statistics for the number of people on Universal Credit by geography, age, conditionality regime, duration, employment (including self employment), ethnicity and Move to Universal Credit. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Universal Credit statistics These official statistics cover the number of claims, starts, people and households on Universal Credit. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government DSIT compliance with official statistics Documents describing the corporate procedures and policies the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) follows to produce official statistics GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government DSIT Official Statistics Work Updates Annual work updates for official statistics produced by DSIT GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Statistics at DSIT DSIT and its public bodies produces official statistics covering its sectors. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Get an air pollution assessment  A service for air quality consultants and regulators in Northern Ireland to carry out and review air pollution assessments for sensitive ecological sites.  GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Agri-Environment Activities Report on the agri-environment activities carried out by farm businesses in England. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Farm Accounts in England Annual Farm Accounts in England sourced from the Farm Business Survey. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Farm Household Income Estimates of Household Share of Farm Business Income, Household Share of Drawings and Household Off-Farm Income. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government May 12, 2026 - State of Michigan (.gov) Michigan EGLE · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Government steps up action to strengthen cyber defences as UK cyber industry continues to grow UK businesses are being urged to strengthen their cyber defences against fast-evolving AI-enabled threats. GOV.UK · 11 May 2026 Policy & government Cyber security sectoral analysis 2026 An analysis of the UK's cyber security industry, including figures on size, employment and revenue. GOV.UK · 11 May 2026 Policy & government PM vows to tear up “status quo” that failed young people on apprenticeships and skills The Prime Minister will meet with apprentices to underline the Government’s drive to overhaul the apprenticeship system, break down barriers to opportunity for young people and ensure the economy works for people in every part of the country. GOV.UK · 11 May 2026 Policy & government Fire and rehire practices This briefing explores the use, legal context and proposals for reform of 'fire and rehire' tactics by employers. House of Commons Library · 11 May 2026 Policy & government UK sanctions Iranian targets in response to national security threats Foreign Secretary announces sanctions against organisations and individuals enabling hostile Iranian activity GOV.UK · 11 May 2026 Policy & government Mr A Moleta v Little Fair Nursing Home Ltd: 2301961/2020 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 11 May 2026 Policy & government Sudan travel advice FCDO travel advice for Sudan. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences. GOV.UK · 11 May 2026 Policy & government TV licence fee statistics This briefing provides statistics on the TV licence fee and general television viewing trends. House of Commons Library · 11 May 2026