Scottish government celebrates opening of 100th Re-use Store

BusinessGreen staff
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Zero Waste Scotland says re-use centres and new online service are helping to ensure usable materials are diverted form landfill

Scotland's 're-use revolution' has this week celebrated a major milestone, with the news 100 re-use stores across the country have now secured quality certification through the national Revolve standard...

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