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2019 WEEE Compliance Fee Method Confirmed

DEFRA confirm the 2019 WEEE compliance fee methodology...

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Rolls-Royce – IEMA Closed-Loop Systems

Sam Todd discusses closed-loop systems and those adopted by Rolls-Royce...

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The Roadmap to Sustainable Businesses – a focus on Single Use Plastics

Susanna Jackson discusses a roadmap to sustainable business with a focus on single-use plastics...

New requirement for large retailers to physically take back WEEE from 2021

Recycling Minister takes significant decision regarding WEEE take-back affecting large retailers

European Green Deal highlights importance of waste sector in reducing carbon emissions

The European Green Deal was released by the European Commission on December 11th.

The Environment Agency has released the 2019 Q3 WEEE collected data

The Environment Agency release the 2019 Q3 WEEE collected data

Comply Direct plant hundreds of trees for Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust

Volunteers from Comply Direct help Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust (YDMT) tackle climate change

Sustainable Finance - Business' green agendas a key consideration in financial decisions

Green finance has never been more relevant - here's why...

Environment Agency release the verified recycling data for Q3 2019

On 11 November, the EA released the verified recycling data for Q3 2019 - here's our analysis

Consultation – Scottish Proposals on a Circular Economy

Scotland are consulting on the potential for developing a more circular economy

Climate Change Emergency

11,000 scientists from across the globe in agreement we're heading into a climate change emergency

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Environment Bill announced by Government

On 15 October 2019 the government announced their much-anticipated Environment Bill

Q3 Unverified Packaging Recycling Data Released 2019

The Environment Agency has released the Q3 2019 unverified packaging recycling data

Comply Direct shortlisted in the Brand Yorkshire Business Awards 2019 - our second award success this year!

We are delighted to announce another shortlist success for the ‘Best Small Business’ category

Comply Direct’s Policy Leader Martin Hyde shortlisted in recycling industry 35-under-35 Awards

Our valued team member Martin has been recognised for his exceptional contribution to the industry

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EU instates new eco-design rules for electrical items to reduce carbon impact

On 1 October 2019, the European Commission put new eco-design measures in place for electrical items

Squire Patton Boggs' 2019 Environmental Seminars

Our law firm partner are hosting a series of environmental seminars during Sept & Oct across the UK

Q2 WEEE collected data: Indicates a compliance fee may be required for 2019

The Environment Agency has released the 2019 Q2 WEEE collected data - here is our analysis

Comply Direct shortlisted for prestigious Investors in People Awards 2019

We've been shortlisted for the prestigious Investors in People Awards 2019...

Environment Agency release the fully verified recycling data for Q2 2019

On 9 August the EA released the verified recycling data for Q2 2019 - here's our analysis

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Comply Direct Sporting Challenges 2019

Charity update - This year we have encouraged staff to take on sporting challenges.

Bio-plastics consultation released

Government release new consultation seeking evidence on the sustainability of bio-plastics

Q2 Unverified Packaging Recycling Data Released 2019

The most recent release of recycling data (22 July 2019) for Q2 2019.

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Government publish responses to packaging consultations

On 23 July, a summary of responses received to the 4 packaging related consultations were published

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WEEE update: Government confirm mandatory Producer Balancing System (PBS) method

On 19 July DEFRA announced their chosen methodology to administer the new mandatory PBS

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The Environmental Audit Committee recommends EPR for furniture

The EAC has requested that government introduce an EPR scheme for furniture waste.

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Government & industry stakeholders release survey to review recyclability labelling

OPRL, WRAP and DEFRA have released a survey reviewing the potential impacts of Mandatory Labelling

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New plastic recycling guidance document from WRAP

WRAP publish new document defining what’s recyclable & best in class polymer choices for packaging

British Toy & Hobby Association wins the BEIS Sector Representation of the Year award

Partner news;BTHA wins the BEIS Sector Representation of the Year award.

Our Policy Researcher's views on Deposit Return Schemes - Decoupling theoretical and direct benefits

Martin shares his thoughts on the difference between DRS direct benefits & theoretical ones

Environmental Audit Committee announce enquiry into WEEE sector and the Circular Economy

The EAC launch enquiry to investigate a Circular Economy for WEEE & the current state of the sector

Comply Direct WEEE member C-Kore Systems Ltd receive royal recognition

Our loyal WEEE member C-Kore Systems Ltd win Queen’s Awards for Enterprise 2019

Comply Direct awarded IIP Health & Wellbeing Advanced Level

We're delighted we've retained our IIP Gold Standard & gained the IIP Health & Wellbeing award...

Packaging Scheme Forum urges government to act ahead of looming PRN crisis

Official press release from Packaging Scheme Forum letter re. letter sent to DEFRA about PRN crisis

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Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) in Plastics: Impact on WEEE Recycling

Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) in Plastics: Impact on WEEE Recycling

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2019 Q1 WEEE collected data: Are the targets too challenging?

The Environment Agency has released the 2019 Q1 WEEE collected data - here is our analysis

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UK successfully achieves 2018 battery recycling target

Environment Agency figures show that the UK met its waste portable battery 2018 recycling target

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Comply Direct Member Waitrose trial new plastic-free initiative aiming to change the way we shop!

Waitrose & Partners are trialling a new plastic-free way of packaging products called ‘Unpacked’.

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Comply Direct lobby for the introduction of a 2019 packaging compliance fee

We are taking action in effort to make a positive difference and improve the current PRN system...

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Government confirm plastic straws, cotton buds & stirrers ban from April 2020

Our summary of the government's response to consultation proposing a ban on certain plastic items

Comply Direct respond to four packaging consultations

A summary of how we responded to the 4 government packaging consultations which closed on 12-13 May

Packaging Data Releases: Q1 Verified Recycling Data and 2019 Total UK Obligation

Environment Agency release verified recycling data for Q1 & 1st release of total UK obligation data

2018 PRN Revenue Expenditure

A review of the expenditure of revenue generated through PRNs in 2018

Q1 2019 unverified packaging recycling data released

The Environment Agency has released the Q1 2019 unverified packaging recycling data

Squire Patton Boggs' Annual Conference 2019

Our partner Squire Patton Boggs' are holding their Annual Conference on Wednesday 5 June in London

Partner News: The British Toy and Hobby Association’s Make Time 2 Play (MT2P) Campaign

Get involved with BTHA's campaign on promoting that play is crucial for a child's development!

Environment Agency increase enforcement action on packaging non-compliance

A communication from the EA in early March warned of enforcement action for packaging non-compliance

Demanding 2019 WEEE Collection Targets Confirmed

DEFRA reveal finalised 2019 WEEE targets following invite for industry feedback on proposed figures