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Commercial waste compactors are specialised machines that use hydraulics to compress business waste, reducing its volume by up to 90%. Reducing the volume of waste and recycling makes waste management significantly more efficient and lowers the frequency and cost of waste collection. This guide provides an overview of the waste compactor solutions available to UK…

Government statistics show that UK schools generate between 40 and 90 kg of waste per pupil annually. Even for small primary schools, the commercial waste collection costs associated with managing this waste can be significant. In addition to the high volumes of waste, issues such as cross-contamination are common, which can lead to costly recycling…

A well-structured waste management plan is essential for restaurants to reduce waste, comply with regulations, and operate sustainably. This guide provides key information needed to create a waste management strategy for a restaurant. Here’s what we cover: The legal framework for waste management in restaurants – Understand the legal obligations of waste management for restaurants…

Food waste regulations for businesses are gradually becoming stricter, with a new obligation for English businesses coming into effect on 1 April 2025, impacting thousands of organisations. This article aims to clarify food waste recycling requirements for businesses, highlighting the best solutions to stay compliant. Here’s what we cover: Commercial food waste collection requirements Commercial…

This guide outlines the regulations and legal obligations for businesses in the UK that generate sanitary waste. Below is a summary of the key obligations for businesses: According to workplace regulations, sanitary waste bins must be provided in staff and public toilets. If your business generates more than 7kg (approximately one full bin bag) of…

Businesses in British urban areas have numerous options for commercial waste collection, but choices in rural locations are often severely limited. While local councils are required to collect waste from even the most remote homes, they are not obligated to provide this service to businesses. In this guide, our waste experts summarise the best practices…