Navigating The Waste Regulations In Wales: A Comprehensive Guide For Businesses

8 August 2024

New rules being introduced by the Welsh Government will mandate that all workplaces separate recyclable items in the same manner that the majority of households currently do. This will enhance the quantity and quality of the waste that we collect and sort. In accordance with the new legislation that took effect on April 6, 2024, the following materials must be segregated for collection and collected separately:


  • Food waste, applicable to premises generating more than 5kg of food waste per week
  • Paper and Cardboard
  • Glass
  • Metal, plastic, cartons, and other fiber-plastic composite packaging of similar composition
  • Unsold small waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE)
  • Unsold textiles


The Workplace Recycling Law In Wales – Why Have These Changes Been Implemented?


In addition to increasing recycling quantity and quality, the improvements are essential to Wales meeting its 2050 carbon emission reduction and zero waste goals.


The goal is to extend the useful life of materials, which offers substantial financial benefits. Keeping high-quality materials that can sustain our supply chains and return to the economy more efficiently can result in savings as material costs rise. For instance, by generating employment and reducing disposal costs.


How Can GWR Waste Management Help Businesses With Compliance?


Free Advice From Our Waste Experts


To assist you in gaining a comprehensive understanding of your business’s waste generation and identifying any changes to ensure compliance, we are offering
free waste audits. During the waste review, we will thoroughly assess your site’s waste management processes to determine your specific needs for the Wales recycling regulations. Following the audit, our experts will recommend the optimal solutions for your business, ensuring a seamless transition, and taking the burden off your shoulders. 


Comprehensive Waste Solutions


GWR Waste Management provides
expert waste management solutions for various businesses across Wales. We provide a variety of containers and bin sizes to suit your premises. Our flexible waste collection services allow you to customise your collections to meet your business requirements and specific waste types. Reasons to start your services with GWR Waste Management:


  • We Can Save You Money
  • We Have Successfully Been Implementing The New Recycling Rules In Wales Since 6 April 2024.
  • Free Bins And Free Delivery 
  • Free Duty Of Care
  • Only Pay For Collections
  • No Admin Fees Or Hidden Costs
  • Change Your Service At Any Time
  • Dedicated Customer Care And Support
  • Zero to Landfill Policy


Keeping You Informed And Compliant With Changing Waste Legislation


It can be challenging to keep up with changes in regulations that can have an impact on your company’s waste management. Our industry experts can help you keep ahead of the curve by offering information on waste management policy changes and how they may affect your organisation. With a proven track record for offering services tailored to the recycling laws across Wales, you can rest assured that you can trust GWR to offer you efficient, affordable, and compliant
waste management services for your business.


Contact us today to ensure you get you the right services for compliance with the new recycling regulations in Wales.

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