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England's Simpler Recycling rules are live: the four household waste groups explained

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England·21 August 2026

England's Simpler Recycling rules are live: the four household waste groups explained

Since 31 March 2026, household waste collectors in England must by default collect four broad groups separately. Local container colours and collection arrangements can still vary.

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