Every Welsh black bin inspected, £100 fines issued
Blaenau Gwent council has inspected every household's black bin over eight years, issuing fines for recyclable waste. Recycling rates rise but miss 70% target. Read the full report.
Blaenau Gwent council has inspected every household's black bin over eight years, issuing fines for recyclable waste. Recycling rates rise but miss 70% target. Read the full report.
Flashing headlights to say thank you is a common but illegal gesture that could lead to confusion and fines. Learn the correct rules to stay safe on UK roads.
Waitrose partners with Welsh tech firm Polytag in a UK-first scheme using invisible tags to monitor plastic recycling, providing real-time data to improve sustainability.
City of Liverpool swimmers delivered outstanding performances at the Blackpool Lights meet, securing numerous gold medals and personal bests. Discover the full list of local champions.
Middlesbrough's festive season begins this weekend with a Christmas parade, light switch-on, and new 'Shine On, Boro' installation. Find event times and details for family fun.
Moya Cole Hospice partners with Just Helping to collect and recycle Christmas trees across Greater Manchester. Register now to support local charities and eco-friendly disposal.
Turn your festive tree into vital funds for East Anglia's Children's Hospices. Register for the tree recycling service by Jan 4 and help families in need. #Charity #Recycling
Families in Walsall can meet Santa for free at the Saddlers Shopping Centre on November 29, with every child receiving a gift. Don't miss the festive fun!
Chelmsford's Christmas lights switch-on brought festive cheer as local MP Marie Goldman reflects on a busy week covering healthcare, SEND support, and community safety.
Married at First Sight UK star Sacha Jones has a 26-word retort for critics of her Walsall Christmas lights switch-on role. Discover the festive event details and community reaction.
Birmingham's bin strike crisis deepens as agency workers join the walkout, threatening Christmas collections. Get the latest on the extended dispute and its impact.
Join the festive fun in Hinckley! A Christmas walking trail with prizes awaits at the lights switch-on event on November 21. Enjoy free parking and family activities.
Waitrose is deploying invisible smart tags on its milk bottles to track recycling rates. This sustainability initiative, starting this week, aims to improve UK packaging recycling.
Discover the full schedule for Sandwell's 2025 Christmas lights switch-ons. Free family events start in Friar Park this week with live entertainment and festive fun across the borough.
The Jewellery Quarter's Christmas Light Switch On event is cancelled due to Storm Claudia's amber weather warning. Discover the reasons and what's next for festive plans.
Join thousands in Hinckley on November 21 for the spectacular Christmas lights switch-on. Enjoy live music, Santa's grotto, festive stalls and 25,000 lights. Don't miss it!
A spectacular Northern Lights display may be visible across the UK tonight due to a severe geomagnetic storm. Find out when and where to see this rare aurora show.
The Northern Lights will be visible across the West Midlands tonight, 12th November. Find out the best viewing times and locations for this rare celestial spectacle.
Bassetlaw District Council announces final garden waste collections from November 17-28. Over 15,000 residents recycled 4,059 tonnes this year. Renew for 2025 from December 1.
The heartwarming Christmas lights switch-on event at Ryton's beloved pubs transformed the village into a winter wonderland, featuring Santa's grotto, festive treats, and community carols for local families.
Supermarket giant Sainsbury's issues desperate recycling appeal to shoppers regarding specific Rachel's Organic yogurt containers that cannot be processed through normal routes.
Innovative students at Bedfordshire Sixth Form College are transforming discarded cardboard into stunning, functional furniture in a groundbreaking sustainability project that's turning heads and changing perceptions about waste.
Discover how a simple household trick using your radiator could transform crisp packet recycling and help tackle plastic waste across Britain.
New government data reveals Birmingham's recycling performance has worsened for the second year running, with the city now ranking among England's worst performers in waste management.
Birmingham City Council confirms Christmas and New Year waste collection changes. Essential dates and recycling tips for residents during the holiday period.
The historic market town of Chipping Campden unveils its spectacular Christmas lights display, creating a picture-perfect winter wonderland in the heart of the Cotswolds that's drawing visitors from across the UK.
Walsall residents face new £50 annual fee for garden waste collections as council defends 'difficult decision' amid budget pressures. Service changes begin July 2024.
New research reveals a dangerous knowledge gap among UK drivers, with millions unable to recognise critical dashboard warning symbols that could prevent breakdowns and accidents.
Birmingham's iconic Bullring shopping centre is preparing to transform into a winter wonderland with breathtaking illuminations and festive installations that will light up the city from November through January.
Discover how easyJet is leading sustainable fashion by recycling thousands of outdated crew uniforms into brand-new school uniforms, supporting families while reducing textile waste across the UK.