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  • Localism Bill to be used to end trial 'pay-as-you-throw' schemes

    The changes will also make it easier for Local Authorities to bring in schemes to reward people who produce less waste.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Consultation launch on revised Waste Framework Directive

    A consultation on how to implement the revised EU Waste Framework Directive in England and Wales was launched today.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Anaerobic digestion: Realising the potential

    Government invites discussion on the future of energy from waste.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Lord Henley's speech at the Eco-Schools Conference

    It's a pleasure to be here and applaud this successful initiative.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Love your electricals!

    The theme was chosen following research conducted by Recycle Now, the national recycling campaign.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Review of waste policy announced

    The Government is to carry out a full review of waste policy in England, looking at the most effective ways of reducing waste.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Caroline Spelman speech at Futuresource, Excel Centre – ‘Waste – new thinking for a new economy’

    Thank you and thanks to everyone here. Today I want to explain the new Government's approach to waste in the years ahead.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Environment Secretary visits recycling scheme

    The scheme rewards householders who volunteer to participate with points worth up to £135 a year, from over 100 reward partners.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Huhne and Hendry visit Sellafield

    The Rt Hon Chris Huhne MP, Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change, continued to acquaint himself with the UK’s key energy infrastructure…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government