Simpler bin collections for England to boost recycling

Summary:

The UK government has announced a new approach to recycling, aimed at simplifying the process and boosting recycling rates. From May, households, workplaces, and schools will be able to recycle plastic, metal, glass, paper, and card in a single bin, and food and garden waste will also be co-collected. The initiative aims to reduce confusion over what items can be recycled and will allow councils to collect recyclable waste in a more efficient way. Additionally, the government is supporting more frequent and comprehensive bin collections, with a minimum backstop of fortnightly black bin waste collections and weekly food waste collections. The plans are set to apply to all homes and non-household premises in England, including new categories such as places of worship and charity shops.