Recycling

Ruling on VAT and commercial waste collections welcomed by councils

The Tax and Chancery Chamber of the Upper Tribunal has rejected a judicial review challenge brought by a private waste company over the VAT exemption enjoyed by councils on commercial waste collections.

The VAT exemption of commercial waste collection was introduced in 2011 on the basis that all waste collection authorities have a duty to arrange for the collection of commercial waste under section 45(1) of the Environmental Protection Act 1990 (if requested to do so).

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Q&A with Sue Evans of the Central Scotland Green Network

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New recycling framework aims to curb public’s frustration

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There’s nothing confusing about council recycling collections

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Recycling in Wales reaches record high

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Data shows councils reject 84% more recyclable waste

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Recycling supply chain must play part in preventing illegal waste exports

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A circular solution to plastic waste

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Welsh Government aims to halve food waste by 2025

The Welsh Government has announced ambitious plans to have food waste by 2025.

The Welsh cabinet secretary, Lesley Griffiths said she intends to launch a consultation shortly on a non-statutory target for Wales to have food waste by that date.