Waste

City council to replace bag tax with outright ban from next year

Environment minister targets breaking 50 per cent barrier over the summer

Global certification firm to offer independent validation of companies' "zero waste" schemes

Pubs and restaurants target £76m savings after signing WRAP agreement to cut down on food and packaging waste

As Scotland launches consultation on plastic bag tax, reports emerge suggesting the Chancellor has scuppered plans for a UK-wide levy

Purina launches campaign to ensure people protect the environment for their pets

United Biscuits and TerraCycle launch scheme to turn mixed plastic wrappers into garden furniture

M&S customers "shwop" half a million items of clothing as part of campaign aiming to boost clothes recycling

WRAP report argues good progress is being made to address the £12bn of food wasted each year

Businesses and councils invited to apply for new loans designed to help enhance resource efficiency