{"id":17386,"date":"2025-06-09T16:46:04","date_gmt":"2025-06-09T16:46:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/?p=17386"},"modified":"2026-04-13T14:16:14","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T14:16:14","slug":"simpler-recycling-legislation-what-does-it-mean","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/simpler-recycling-legislation-what-does-it-mean\/","title":{"rendered":"Simpler recycling legislation: What does it mean for your business?\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p style=\"font-size:25px\"><\/p>\n\n\n\r\n<section id=\"block--block_46566d60c89e507aa0a03c5d3d982e28\" class=\"content-block \">\r\n\t<p>The &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/guidance\/simpler-recycling-workplace-recycling-in-england\">simpler recycling legislation<\/a>&#8221; marks the most significant update to England\u2019s recycling rules in years. With the regulations now in effect, businesses of varying sizes and sectors across the country are adapting to new requirements around how waste must be sorted and collected. Here we will explain what the legislation involves, what your business needs to do to stay compliant, and how Restore Recycle can support you in making the process as seamless as possible.<\/p>\n<\/section>\r\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:34px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\r\n<section id=\"block--block_745f4098801623a070dcd3c422c44477\"\r\n\tclass=\"museum-sec image-text-block dark-bg\"\r\n\tstyle=\"background: var(--primary);\">\r\n\t<div class=\"container\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"row\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"col-lg-6 order-0\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"text-lg-start text-center\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/recycling-solutions.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"img-fluid img-main\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"col-lg-6 order-1 order-lg-0\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"text-box\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>What is the simpler recycling legislation and why was it introduced?<\/h2>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The simpler recycling legislation is part of the UK government&#8217;s ongoing endeavour to reduce waste, cut carbon emissions, and boost recycling rates. Simply put, it aims to standardise how waste is collected and sorted across England. Before, various councils had different recycling rules, meaning what you could recycle in one borough might be completely different to another. It was confusing for households and businesses alike. The simpler recycling legislation UK initiative aims to fix that by making the system more uniform.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/section>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\r\n<section id=\"block--block_ba77bb8c28c6444bee61eb14c1bc4558\" class=\"content-block \">\r\n\t<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As of 31 March 2025, most businesses need to separate their waste into three specific streams:<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Dry mixed recyclables (things like paper, card, plastic, glass, and metal)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Food waste<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">General waste (also called residual waste)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">No more guesswork, no more &#8220;wish-cycling&#8221; where items get discarded in the hope they&#8217;ll be recycled. Clear categories should make recycling more effective and decrease contamination rates. But why now? It\u2019s because climate targets are looming and waste management is a big part of reaching net-zero. So, by introducing the new simpler recycling legislation, the government hopes to create a greener economy and help businesses play their part.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/section>\r\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:34px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\r\n<section id=\"block--block_2941f192dc088176378ebc473ad4122d\"\r\n    class=\"inform-sec faq-accordion-block office-list-block \">\r\n    <div class=\"container\">    <div class=\"row\">\r\n        <div class=\"col-md-12\">\r\n            <div class=\"text-box\">\r\n                <h2 class=\"faq-title\">What are the benefits of simpler recycling legislation?<\/h2>\r\n                <div class=\"accordion\" id=\"faq-list-accordion\">\r\n                                                                                                                                                            <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n                                    <div class=\"accordion-body-background\">\r\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\"\r\n                                            src=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child\/images\/faq-back.png\"\r\n                                            alt=\"\" \/>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                                    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading-69ea562e08e35\">\r\n                                        <button class=\"accordion-button \" type=\"button\"\r\n                                            data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse-69ea562e08e35\"\r\n                                            aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse-69ea562e08e35\">\r\n                                            <span><\/span> Clarity and consistency                                            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"drop-arrow\"\r\n                                                src=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child\/images\/drop-arrow.svg\"\r\n                                                alt=\"\" \/>\r\n                                        <\/button>\r\n                                    <\/h2>\r\n\r\n                                    <div id=\"collapse-69ea562e08e35\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\r\n                                        aria-labelledby=\"heading-69ea562e08e35\"\r\n                                        data-bs-parent=\"#faq-list-accordion\">\r\n\r\n                                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n                                            <p>Under the previous system, prior to 31st March 2025, what you could recycle varied greatly between councils, potentially creating confusion for staff and customers. Now though, with simple standardised guidelines, everyone across England will follow the same rules around recycling<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\r\n\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n                                <\/div>\r\n                                                                                                                                                <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n                                    <div class=\"accordion-body-background\">\r\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\"\r\n                                            src=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child\/images\/faq-back.png\"\r\n                                            alt=\"\" \/>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                                    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading-69ea562e08ebd\">\r\n                                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\"\r\n                                            data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse-69ea562e08ebd\"\r\n                                            aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse-69ea562e08ebd\">\r\n                                            <span><\/span> Higher recycling rates                                            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"drop-arrow\"\r\n                                                src=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child\/images\/drop-arrow.svg\"\r\n                                                alt=\"\" \/>\r\n                                        <\/button>\r\n                                    <\/h2>\r\n\r\n                                    <div id=\"collapse-69ea562e08ebd\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\r\n                                        aria-labelledby=\"heading-69ea562e08ebd\"\r\n                                        data-bs-parent=\"#faq-list-accordion\">\r\n\r\n                                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n                                            <p>Clearer rules and better waste separation means fewer contaminants ending up in the recycling stream. With the new system, businesses are expected to see a significant improvement in the volume and quality of their recyclable materials.<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\r\n\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n                                <\/div>\r\n                                                                                                                                                <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n                                    <div class=\"accordion-body-background\">\r\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\"\r\n                                            src=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child\/images\/faq-back.png\"\r\n                                            alt=\"\" \/>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                                    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading-69ea562e08ef7\">\r\n                                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\"\r\n                                            data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse-69ea562e08ef7\"\r\n                                            aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse-69ea562e08ef7\">\r\n                                            <span><\/span> Cost savings                                            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"drop-arrow\"\r\n                                                src=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child\/images\/drop-arrow.svg\"\r\n                                                alt=\"\" \/>\r\n                                        <\/button>\r\n                                    <\/h2>\r\n\r\n                                    <div id=\"collapse-69ea562e08ef7\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\r\n                                        aria-labelledby=\"heading-69ea562e08ef7\"\r\n                                        data-bs-parent=\"#faq-list-accordion\">\r\n\r\n                                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n                                            <p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/recycle\/general-waste\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">General disposal<\/a> attracts higher costs due to landfill taxes and processing fees, making it pricier than recycling. Effective waste separation reduces these costs. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/collections\/landfill-tax-detailed-information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Learn more about landfill tax rates here.<\/a><\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\r\n\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n                                <\/div>\r\n                                                                                                                                                <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n                                    <div class=\"accordion-body-background\">\r\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\"\r\n                                            src=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child\/images\/faq-back.png\"\r\n                                            alt=\"\" \/>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                                    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading-69ea562e08f6e\">\r\n                                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\"\r\n                                            data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse-69ea562e08f6e\"\r\n                                            aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse-69ea562e08f6e\">\r\n                                            <span><\/span> Better environmental impact                                            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"drop-arrow\"\r\n                                                src=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child\/images\/drop-arrow.svg\"\r\n                                                alt=\"\" \/>\r\n                                        <\/button>\r\n                                    <\/h2>\r\n\r\n                                    <div id=\"collapse-69ea562e08f6e\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\r\n                                        aria-labelledby=\"heading-69ea562e08f6e\"\r\n                                        data-bs-parent=\"#faq-list-accordion\">\r\n\r\n                                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n                                            <p>Looking to reach net zero? Adopting the simpler recycling legislation is a straightforward way to shrink your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/simplify-office-recycling\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">company\u2019s carbon footprint<\/a>. Proper waste separation means less landfill use and fewer greenhouse gas emissions.<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\r\n\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n                                <\/div>\r\n                                                                                                                                                <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n                                    <div class=\"accordion-body-background\">\r\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\"\r\n                                            src=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child\/images\/faq-back.png\"\r\n                                            alt=\"\" \/>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                                    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading-69ea562e08fef\">\r\n                                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\"\r\n                                            data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse-69ea562e08fef\"\r\n                                            aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse-69ea562e08fef\">\r\n                                            <span><\/span> Reputation boost                                            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"drop-arrow\"\r\n                                                src=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child\/images\/drop-arrow.svg\"\r\n                                                alt=\"\" \/>\r\n                                        <\/button>\r\n                                    <\/h2>\r\n\r\n                                    <div id=\"collapse-69ea562e08fef\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\r\n                                        aria-labelledby=\"heading-69ea562e08fef\"\r\n                                        data-bs-parent=\"#faq-list-accordion\">\r\n\r\n                                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n                                            <p>A strong environmental record is more than a nice-to-have, it\u2019s a way for businesses to distinguish themselves from their competitors. Clients, customers, and investors much prefer to work with companies that demonstrate a genuine commitment to sustainability.<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\r\n\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n                                <\/div>\r\n                                                                                                                                                <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n                                    <div class=\"accordion-body-background\">\r\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\"\r\n                                            src=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child\/images\/faq-back.png\"\r\n                                            alt=\"\" \/>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                                    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading-69ea562e09039\">\r\n                                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\"\r\n                                            data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse-69ea562e09039\"\r\n                                            aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse-69ea562e09039\">\r\n                                            <span><\/span> Improved operational efficiency                                            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"drop-arrow\"\r\n                                                src=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child\/images\/drop-arrow.svg\"\r\n                                                alt=\"\" \/>\r\n                                        <\/button>\r\n                                    <\/h2>\r\n\r\n                                    <div id=\"collapse-69ea562e09039\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\r\n                                        aria-labelledby=\"heading-69ea562e09039\"\r\n                                        data-bs-parent=\"#faq-list-accordion\">\r\n\r\n                                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n                                            <p>A well-implemented recycling system can streamline waste management processes. With clear signage, proper bin placement, and staff buy-in, the day-to-day handling of waste becomes quicker and easier.<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\r\n\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n                                <\/div>\r\n                                                                        \r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <\/div><\/section>\r\n<style>\r\n    .accordion-item {\r\n        position: relative;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .accordion-button:hover {\r\n        z-index: unset;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    button.accordion-button {\r\n        z-index: 3 !important;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .accordion-body-background {\r\n        z-index: 3 !important;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .office-list-block .drop-arrow {\r\n        z-index: 5 !important;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .accordion-header {\r\n        background: #f8f8f8;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .office-list-block .accordion-button:not(.collapsed) {\r\n        z-index: 5;\r\n        background-color: unset;\r\n    }\r\n<\/style>\r\n<script>\r\n    document.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\", function () {\r\n        const accordionItems = document.querySelectorAll(\".accordion-item\");\r\n\r\n        accordionItems.forEach(item => {\r\n            const collapseElement = item.querySelector(\".accordion-collapse\");\r\n            const backgroundImage = item.querySelector(\".accordion-body-background\");\r\n            const button = item.querySelector(\".accordion-button\");\r\n\r\n            \/\/ Toggle display of the background image based on accordion state\r\n            function toggleBackground() {\r\n                if (collapseElement.classList.contains(\"show\")) {\r\n                    backgroundImage.style.display = \"block\";\r\n                } else {\r\n                    backgroundImage.style.display = \"none\";\r\n                }\r\n            }\r\n\r\n            \/\/ Immediate hide of the background when the button is clicked\r\n            button.addEventListener(\"click\", function () {\r\n                backgroundImage.style.display = \"none\";\r\n            });\r\n\r\n            \/\/ Set the display based on final state after animation\r\n            collapseElement.addEventListener(\"shown.bs.collapse\", function () {\r\n                backgroundImage.style.display = \"block\";\r\n            });\r\n            collapseElement.addEventListener(\"hidden.bs.collapse\", function () {\r\n                backgroundImage.style.display = \"none\";\r\n            });\r\n\r\n            \/\/ Initial check when the page loads\r\n            toggleBackground();\r\n        });\r\n    });\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/script>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:58px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\r\n<section id=\"block--block_2b2a974b066071634b0816cb8448e663\"\r\n\tclass=\"museum-sec image-text-block dark-bg\"\r\n\tstyle=\"background: var(--primary);\">\r\n\t<div class=\"container\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"row\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"col-lg-6 order-0\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"text-lg-start text-center\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/How-horizon-scanning-can-reduce-the-risks-of-non-compliance-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"img-fluid img-main\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"col-lg-6 order-1 order-lg-0\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"text-box\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>What are the risks associated with non-compliance?<\/h2>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Ignoring the new rules isn&#8217;t really an option for businesses. The UK simpler recycling legislation has penalties for non-compliance, and anyone can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/guidance\/report-a-simpler-recycling-non-compliance\">report workplaces<\/a> that do not follow the simpler recycling rules. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/guidance\/simpler-recycling-workplace-recycling-in-england#:~:text=this%20temporary%20exemption.-,Legal%20requirement%20for%20workplaces,Legal%20requirement%20for%20waste%20collectors\">Fines and enforcement action<\/a> could be on the cards for those who fail to separate waste correctly. Beyond the legal risks, non-compliance could damage your business reputation, especially as more consumers and partners are placing importance on green credentials. It&#8217;s about demonstrating that your organisation is serious about sustainability and corporate responsibility.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/section>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:36px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-can-businesses-comply-with-simpler-recycling-legislation\">How can businesses comply with simpler recycling legislation?<\/h2>\n\n\n\r\n<section id=\"block--block_0701c4fc3ed2893f0aa223e4a9fd32af\" class=\"content-block custom-spacing-list-recycling\">\r\n\t<p>Here is a straightforward checklist to get you started:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"custom-spacing-list-recycling\">\n<li>Review your current recycling protocols. This is as simple as assessing what systems are already in place. Then make sure you are separating <a href=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/recycle\/food-waste\/\">food waste<\/a> and recyclables in the three specific streams. If not, now is the time for an overhaul.<\/li>\n<li>Audit your waste streams and understand what types of waste your business generates. Manufacturing firms, for example, might have very different waste profiles to a tech office.<\/li>\n<li>Invest in the right bins. For employees to dispose of waste properly, clear, well-labelled bins are essential.<\/li>\n<li>Train your staff, as everyone needs to know how the system works. A few training sessions can go a long way towards improving compliance.<\/li>\n<li>Work with a trusted waste management partner as this is where things get much easier, a partner like Restore Recycle can help ensure you&#8217;re doing everything by the book.<\/li>\n<li>Keeping record and having proof of your waste management processes and compliance can save you headaches if you ever get audited.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\r\n\n\n\r\n<section id=\"block--block_2089eb96b064c00d233e18e8c1a09fe3\"\r\n    class=\"inform-sec faq-accordion-block office-list-block \">\r\n    <div class=\"container\">    <div class=\"row\">\r\n        <div class=\"col-md-12\">\r\n            <div class=\"text-box\">\r\n                <h2 class=\"faq-title\">Best practice tips for complying with simpler recycling legislation<\/h2>\r\n                <div class=\"accordion\" id=\"faq-list-accordion\">\r\n                                                                                                                                                            <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n                                    <div class=\"accordion-body-background\">\r\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\"\r\n                                            src=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child\/images\/faq-back.png\"\r\n                                            alt=\"\" \/>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                                    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading-69ea562e09d3c\">\r\n                                        <button class=\"accordion-button \" type=\"button\"\r\n                                            data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse-69ea562e09d3c\"\r\n                                            aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse-69ea562e09d3c\">\r\n                                            <span><\/span> Make recycling part of your company culture                                            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"drop-arrow\"\r\n                                                src=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child\/images\/drop-arrow.svg\"\r\n                                                alt=\"\" \/>\r\n                                        <\/button>\r\n                                    <\/h2>\r\n\r\n                                    <div id=\"collapse-69ea562e09d3c\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\r\n                                        aria-labelledby=\"heading-69ea562e09d3c\"\r\n                                        data-bs-parent=\"#faq-list-accordion\">\r\n\r\n                                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n                                            <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Creating a culture of sustainability starts from the top. Leadership should champion recycling initiatives at work, and the entire organisation should be actively engaged in making recycling a normal and standard part of everyday work life.<\/span><\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\r\n\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n                                <\/div>\r\n                                                                                                                                                <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n                                    <div class=\"accordion-body-background\">\r\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\"\r\n                                            src=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child\/images\/faq-back.png\"\r\n                                            alt=\"\" \/>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                                    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading-69ea562e09df8\">\r\n                                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\"\r\n                                            data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse-69ea562e09df8\"\r\n                                            aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse-69ea562e09df8\">\r\n                                            <span><\/span> Reduce waste at source                                            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"drop-arrow\"\r\n                                                src=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child\/images\/drop-arrow.svg\"\r\n                                                alt=\"\" \/>\r\n                                        <\/button>\r\n                                    <\/h2>\r\n\r\n                                    <div id=\"collapse-69ea562e09df8\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\r\n                                        aria-labelledby=\"heading-69ea562e09df8\"\r\n                                        data-bs-parent=\"#faq-list-accordion\">\r\n\r\n                                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n                                            <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Putting it simply, the greenest waste is the waste you don\u2019t produce. Try to conduct regular reviews of your purchasing and operational habits, as this will help you identify ways to reduce waste before it even becomes a disposal issue.<\/span><\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\r\n\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n                                <\/div>\r\n                                                                                                                                                <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n                                    <div class=\"accordion-body-background\">\r\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\"\r\n                                            src=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child\/images\/faq-back.png\"\r\n                                            alt=\"\" \/>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                                    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading-69ea562e09e62\">\r\n                                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\"\r\n                                            data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse-69ea562e09e62\"\r\n                                            aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse-69ea562e09e62\">\r\n                                            <span><\/span> Engage employees                                            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"drop-arrow\"\r\n                                                src=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child\/images\/drop-arrow.svg\"\r\n                                                alt=\"\" \/>\r\n                                        <\/button>\r\n                                    <\/h2>\r\n\r\n                                    <div id=\"collapse-69ea562e09e62\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\r\n                                        aria-labelledby=\"heading-69ea562e09e62\"\r\n                                        data-bs-parent=\"#faq-list-accordion\">\r\n\r\n                                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n                                            <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Your team is key to your success. You can run awareness campaigns or organise eco-themed days to keep recycling practices at the top of your agenda.<\/span><\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\r\n\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n                                <\/div>\r\n                                                                                                                                                <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n                                    <div class=\"accordion-body-background\">\r\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\"\r\n                                            src=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child\/images\/faq-back.png\"\r\n                                            alt=\"\" \/>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                                    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading-69ea562e09ecb\">\r\n                                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\"\r\n                                            data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse-69ea562e09ecb\"\r\n                                            aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse-69ea562e09ecb\">\r\n                                            <span><\/span> Use clear signage                                            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"drop-arrow\"\r\n                                                src=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child\/images\/drop-arrow.svg\"\r\n                                                alt=\"\" \/>\r\n                                        <\/button>\r\n                                    <\/h2>\r\n\r\n                                    <div id=\"collapse-69ea562e09ecb\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\r\n                                        aria-labelledby=\"heading-69ea562e09ecb\"\r\n                                        data-bs-parent=\"#faq-list-accordion\">\r\n\r\n                                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n                                            <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Don\u2019t leave recycling to guesswork. Invest in clear, visually engaging signage that shows, at a glance, what belongs in each bin.<\/span><\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\r\n\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n                                <\/div>\r\n                                                                                                                                                <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n                                    <div class=\"accordion-body-background\">\r\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\"\r\n                                            src=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child\/images\/faq-back.png\"\r\n                                            alt=\"\" \/>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                                    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading-69ea562e09f3e\">\r\n                                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\"\r\n                                            data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse-69ea562e09f3e\"\r\n                                            aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse-69ea562e09f3e\">\r\n                                            <span><\/span> Regularly review and adapt                                            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"drop-arrow\"\r\n                                                src=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child\/images\/drop-arrow.svg\"\r\n                                                alt=\"\" \/>\r\n                                        <\/button>\r\n                                    <\/h2>\r\n\r\n                                    <div id=\"collapse-69ea562e09f3e\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\r\n                                        aria-labelledby=\"heading-69ea562e09f3e\"\r\n                                        data-bs-parent=\"#faq-list-accordion\">\r\n\r\n                                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n                                            <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Recycling isn\u2019t a \u2018set-and-forget\u2019 task. As regulations evolve and your business grows, doing regular audits and reviews will help you stay on track. It\u2019s also a great opportunity to refine your processes and adopt new technologies or practices that could improve your recycling rates even further.<\/span><\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\r\n\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n                                <\/div>\r\n                                                                                                                                                <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n                                    <div class=\"accordion-body-background\">\r\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\"\r\n                                            src=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child\/images\/faq-back.png\"\r\n                                            alt=\"\" \/>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                                    <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading-69ea562e09fa8\">\r\n                                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\"\r\n                                            data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse-69ea562e09fa8\"\r\n                                            aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse-69ea562e09fa8\">\r\n                                            <span><\/span> Monitor your progress                                            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"drop-arrow\"\r\n                                                src=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child\/images\/drop-arrow.svg\"\r\n                                                alt=\"\" \/>\r\n                                        <\/button>\r\n                                    <\/h2>\r\n\r\n                                    <div id=\"collapse-69ea562e09fa8\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\r\n                                        aria-labelledby=\"heading-69ea562e09fa8\"\r\n                                        data-bs-parent=\"#faq-list-accordion\">\r\n\r\n                                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n                                            <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you don\u2019t measure it, you can\u2019t manage it, so set benchmarks and regularly track your recycling rates. Sharing progress reports with staff is also a good way to not only keep everyone informed but also build a strong sense of collective achievement.<\/span><\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\r\n\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n                                <\/div>\r\n                                                                        \r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <\/div><\/section>\r\n<style>\r\n    .accordion-item {\r\n        position: relative;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .accordion-button:hover {\r\n        z-index: unset;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    button.accordion-button {\r\n        z-index: 3 !important;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .accordion-body-background {\r\n        z-index: 3 !important;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .office-list-block .drop-arrow {\r\n        z-index: 5 !important;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .accordion-header {\r\n        background: #f8f8f8;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .office-list-block .accordion-button:not(.collapsed) {\r\n        z-index: 5;\r\n        background-color: unset;\r\n    }\r\n<\/style>\r\n<script>\r\n    document.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\", function () {\r\n        const accordionItems = document.querySelectorAll(\".accordion-item\");\r\n\r\n        accordionItems.forEach(item => {\r\n            const collapseElement = item.querySelector(\".accordion-collapse\");\r\n            const backgroundImage = item.querySelector(\".accordion-body-background\");\r\n            const button = item.querySelector(\".accordion-button\");\r\n\r\n            \/\/ Toggle display of the background image based on accordion state\r\n            function toggleBackground() {\r\n                if (collapseElement.classList.contains(\"show\")) {\r\n                    backgroundImage.style.display = \"block\";\r\n                } else {\r\n                    backgroundImage.style.display = \"none\";\r\n                }\r\n            }\r\n\r\n            \/\/ Immediate hide of the background when the button is clicked\r\n            button.addEventListener(\"click\", function () {\r\n                backgroundImage.style.display = \"none\";\r\n            });\r\n\r\n            \/\/ Set the display based on final state after animation\r\n            collapseElement.addEventListener(\"shown.bs.collapse\", function () {\r\n                backgroundImage.style.display = \"block\";\r\n            });\r\n            collapseElement.addEventListener(\"hidden.bs.collapse\", function () {\r\n                backgroundImage.style.display = \"none\";\r\n            });\r\n\r\n            \/\/ Initial check when the page loads\r\n            toggleBackground();\r\n        });\r\n    });\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/script>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:36px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-can-restore-recycle-help-ensure-compliance-with-simpler-recycling-legislation\">How can Restore Recycle help ensure compliance with simpler recycling legislation?<\/h2>\n\n\n\r\n<section id=\"block--block_fa630b300837bedb229ff7471b9eb37f\" class=\"content-block custom-spacing-list-recycling\">\r\n\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">At Restore Datashred, we understand that managing this change may feel daunting. That\u2019s why we\u2019ve launched <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/recycle\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Restore Recycle<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, to make compliance with the simpler recycling legislation for businesses UK a smooth and hassle-free process.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how we can help:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"custom-spacing-list-recycling\">\n<li><strong>Waste audits:<\/strong> We&#8217;ll take a deep dive into your current waste streams and pinpoint what needs to change.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Customised solutions:<\/strong> Every business is different. We\u2019ll design a waste management plan tailored to your needs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reliable collections:<\/strong> Our scheduled collections ensure that your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/recycle\/dry-mixed-recycling\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dry recyclables<\/a>, food waste, and general waste are picked up promptly and correctly.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Training and support:<\/strong> We\u2019ll provide training materials and advice to get your team up to speed.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Transparent reporting:<\/strong> Our service comes with environmental reporting so you can track your recycling progress and demonstrate compliance.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Peace of mind:<\/strong> With Restore Recycle, you\u2019re not just following the rules, you\u2019re showing leadership in sustainability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>And of course, we\u2019re <a href=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/about-restore-datashred\/esg-journey\/\">committed to sustainability<\/a> ourselves, with a zero-to-landfill policy and a fleet of electric vehicles to minimise our own carbon footprint.<\/p>\n<\/section>\r\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:34px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\r\n<section id=\"block--block_e5214ff42ec7bb42fe02add88fc6c5b9\"\r\n\tclass=\"museum-sec image-text-block dark-bg\"\r\n\tstyle=\"background: var(--primary);\">\r\n\t<div class=\"container\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"row\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"col-lg-6 order-0\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"text-lg-start text-center\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/360_F_1209310692_zjbbVnRK5MVDEJGSGUip4Y9viH9rlRFb-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"img-fluid img-main\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"col-lg-6 order-1 order-lg-0\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"text-box\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Looking ahead: Embracing a greener future<\/h2>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p id=\"block-c3672fdc-d610-4163-962d-d69174fe24c7\" class=\"block-editor-rich-text__editable block-editor-block-list__block wp-block is-multi-selected is-partially-selected wp-block-paragraph rich-text\" role=\"document\" aria-label=\"Block: Paragraph\" data-block=\"c3672fdc-d610-4163-962d-d69174fe24c7\" data-type=\"core\/paragraph\" data-title=\"Paragraph\" data-empty=\"false\" data-wp-block-attribute-key=\"content\">The simpler recycling legislation represents a strong shift in how waste is managed across England, but it&#8217;s a positive one. By making recycling processes consistent and easier to understand, businesses have a real chance to make a lasting impact.<\/p>\n<p id=\"block-76be6aeb-6dfe-4e68-b94e-ba4a8d2e64f4\" class=\"block-editor-rich-text__editable block-editor-block-list__block wp-block is-multi-selected is-partially-selected wp-block-paragraph rich-text\" role=\"document\" aria-label=\"Block: Paragraph\" data-block=\"76be6aeb-6dfe-4e68-b94e-ba4a8d2e64f4\" data-type=\"core\/paragraph\" data-title=\"Paragraph\" data-empty=\"false\" data-wp-block-attribute-key=\"content\">So, if you are ready to<a href=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/recycle\/simpler-recycling\/\"> simplify your recycling<\/a> and lead the way in sustainability? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/contact-us\/get-in-touch\/\">Get in touch<\/a> with Restore Recycle today to find out how we can help your business stay ahead of the curve.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/section>\n\n\r\n<section id=\"block--block_c52a260bde186941ea1a20777179aa6a\"\r\n\tclass=\"studies-sec featured-posts-grid-block   \">\r\n\t<div class=\"container\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"row\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-md-12\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"text-box text-center\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Recent news<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"row\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-lg-4 col-md-6\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"studie-box text-box\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/10-commercial-shredding-mistakes\/\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/03\/Datashred-controllers-and-processor_11zon-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"w-100 img-fluid\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"studie-box-footer\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h5 class=\"text-white\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t10 commercial shredding mistakes and how to avoid them!<\/h5>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"text-white\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIf you don\u2019t know how long you are supposed to keep documents and other sensitive information formats, how will know when you need to get rid of them.<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"btn-white\" href=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/10-commercial-shredding-mistakes\/\">Find out more<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-lg-4 col-md-6\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"studie-box text-box\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/5-common-data-security-mistakes-businesses-make\/\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/www.restore.co.uk\/datashred\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/01\/Ellie-Crawshww.png\" alt=\"\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"w-100 img-fluid\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"studie-box-footer\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h5 class=\"text-white\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t5 common data security mistakes businesses make<\/h5>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"text-white\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tThis year, no one gets their hands on data that\u2019s in your domain, OK? 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