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News & Insights

Our Policy Leader, Martin Hyde, volunteered to speak at Derbyshire voluntary community group Transition Chesterfield’s webinar series on the circular economy

Emily Baker

Transition Chesterfield run a number of projects in an effort to raise awareness of climate change.

Directive introduced to ban single-use plastics in the EU

Emily Baker

On 3 July 2021 we will see a directive introduced to ban single-use plastics in the EU.

Organisations now required to make net zero pledge by 2050 to be considered for government contracts

Liz Wood

Organisations tending for major government contracts, will be required to make a pledge to Net Zero.

Member Focus: Environmental compliance for support charity Sue Ryder

Cherry Whittaker

We're thrilled to work with Sue Ryder to fulfil their packaging obligation & fundraise for them too

2021 Q1 WEEE Collected Data Published

Sean Coleman

Q1 WEEE data shows that collection figures achieved are above 20% of the overall annual target

Comply Direct celebrate becoming an accredited Living Wage Employer

Emily Baker

We’re thrilled to announce that Comply Direct have become an accredited Living Wage Employer

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Comply Direct & EWRG launch WEEE recycling initiative with North Yorkshire primary schools

Cherry Whittaker

Alongside Electrical Waste Recycling Group, we've launched a recycling competition for local schools

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Consultation Release: Consistency in Household & Business Recycling in England

DEFRA has released their second consistent collections consultation which runs until 4th July

Q1 2021 Unverified Recycling Data Released

Ash Clay

On 30 April, the EA released the unverified recycling data for Q1 2021

Comply Direct celebrate business growth, staff progression & appoint new managing director

Cherry Whittaker

It is an exciting time of change for Comply Direct as we welcome a new MD & launch new services

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Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting - Everything you need to know!

Emily Baker

SECR harmonises reporting, covering energy and carbon reporting and taxation - are you obligated?

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2020 PRN Revenue Expenditure

Ash Clay

A review of the expenditure of revenue generated through PRNs in 2020

Extended Producer Responsibility for Packaging Consultation – What you need to know as a packaging producer

Cherry Whittaker

Our comprehensive summary of the key EPR consultation information for packaging producers

Environment Agency release the verified recycling data for Q4 2020

Ash Clay

On 25 March 2021 the Environment Agency released the verified recycling data for Q4 2020

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Extended Producer Responsibility and the introduction of the Plastic Packaging Tax – Are you ready?

Emily Baker

UK Plastic Tax & Extended Producer Responsibility are expected to greatly affect packaging producers

2021 WEEE collection targets confirmed

Emily Rice

DEFRA have finalised the WEEE collection targets for the 2021 compliance year - here's our summary

DEFRA release 2 highly anticipated packaging consultations on EPR & DRS

Cherry Whittaker

Two of the three expected consultations are released as part of the Resources & Waste Strategy

Consultation launch: Waste Prevention Programme for England

Cherry Whittaker

On World Recycling Day, DEFRA have published a consultation on a new waste reduction plan

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Government announce that manufacturers must provide spare parts for electrical products

Emily Baker

Government announce rules to manufacturers in efforts to expand the lifespan of electrical products

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DEFRA release the proposed 2021 household WEEE collections targets

Sean Coleman

DEFRA have released the proposed household WEEE collection targets for 2021 - have your say

Focus on: Susanna Jackson, our sustainability & carbon expert

Susanna Jackson

Showcasing our extensive carbon consultancy service offering & our expert behind this, Susanna

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Environmental Audit Committee announce enquiry into Deposit Return Schemes

Government launch DRS enquiry - here's our summary with details on how you can provide evidence

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DEFRA confirm the 2020 WEEE compliance fee methodology...

Emily Baker

DEFRA have announced that the JTA methodology has once again been selected for 2020

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Government publish 2021 Waste Management Plan for England

Cherry Whittaker

Today (27 Jan 2021) marked DEFRA's publication of their updated Waste Management Plan for England

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Introducing Chris Smith, our sustainable packaging expert

Chris Smith (AssocMCIWM)

Introducing our new sustainable packaging consultancy service and our expert behind this, Chris

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WEEE Distributor Take-back Obligation - FAQs

We're answering frequently asked questions around the upcoming WEEE distributor take-back changes

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2020 Q3 WEEE Collected Data Published

Melanie Harper

Q3 WEEE data shows that collection figures have increased to pre-pandemic Q1 levels

Comply Direct take home Gold in the International Business Excellence Awards 2020

Cherry Whittaker

We've won Gold in the Best Place to Work category and are the overall awards winner

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Comply Direct team complete over 270K steps across 2 days & raise more than £900 for MS Trust and MND Association!

Cherry Whittaker

Our sporting challenge this year was different to the norm but here's how we kept it COVID safe!

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Changes to retailer take-back obligations for WEEE from 2021

We summarise the changes to retailer responsibilities for WEEE take-back that will come in from 2021

Government confirm packaging recycling targets for 2021-2022

Cherry Whittaker

The 2021-2022 recycling targets have been announced - here's our summary of the key points

Jessica Aldersley, our HR & Operations Director has been invited to be a moderator at the networking meeting 'Are we looking after our HR team?'

Wayne Grant

Our HR & Operations Director moderates at UK Employee Experience Awards 2021's networking event

Environment Agency release the unverified recycling data for Q3 2020

Ash Clay

On 22 october, the EA released the unverified recycling data for Q3 2020 - here's our analysis

Comply Direct's continued awards success! We are shortlisted in the HR Excellence Awards

Cherry Whittaker

We are shortlisted in the HR Excellence Awards 2020 for the Best Health & Wellbeing Strategy!

Comply Direct shortlisted in International Customer Experience Awards 2020

Cherry Whittaker

We're thrilled to be a finalist in the Employee Empowerment Category! Find out more about our entry

Comply Direct take home Gold at the UK Employee Experience Awards 2020 'Health & Wellbeing of its People' category

Melanie Harper

We also picked up the Bronze Award in the 'Best Company to Work For' category too!

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2020 Q2 WEEE Collected Data Published

Melanie Harper

Q2 WEEE collected data: significant reduction in WEEE collected compared to Q1

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Government extend plastic bag charge to all retailers from 2021

Cherry Whittaker

DEFRA announce extension of plastic bag charge to all retailers, as well as doubling of the charge

Comply Direct pledge to Net Zero

Cherry Whittaker

Comply Direct are now on the list of signatories for the Pledge to Net Zero scheme

Environment Agency update WEEE guidance to determine POPs

Faye Perry

Here's our summary of the EA's new guidance on classifying WEEE & determining what contains POPs

UK Plastic Packaging Tax vs EU Plastic Levy - What is the difference?

Cherry Whittaker

We're demystifying confusion around the UK & EU's new plastic tax/levy; here's what you need to know

Environment Agency release the verified recycling data for Q2 2020

Cherry Whittaker

On 10 August, the EA released the verified recycling data for Q2 2020 - here's our analysis

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EU announce levy on non-recyclable plastic packaging from 2021

European Union to implement levy on plastic waste from 2021 as part of COVID-19 recovery plan

Packaging policy consultations delayed until 2021

Cherry Whittaker

DEFRA have confirmed that the three remaining packaging consultations have been delayed due to COVID

Q2 2020 Unverified Recycling Data Released - Procurement Leader Ash Clay discusses the UK's progress against targets

Ash Clay

On 22 July, the EA released the unverified recycling data for Q2 2020; here's our analysis

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Germany prohibit single-use plastics to align with European Union guidelines

Cherry Whittaker

Germany have taken action to eradicate the country's throwaway culture

Comply Direct Take Home Silver at UK Business Awards 2020 for Well-being at Work Category!

Cherry Whittaker

We're thrilled to have achieved a silver award at the UK Business Awards in the well-being category

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Coronavirus updates from Environment Agency for producers

Cherry Whittaker

The Environment Agency communicated their latest regulatory update on 30 June - here is our summary