How the New Simpler Recycling Scheme in 2025 Affects Businesses

At Ace Liftaway, we’ve always prided ourselves on providing exceptional service, flexibility and a commitment to supporting our customers. Over the years, we’ve earned your trust by offering wheelie bin hire and recycling services, ensuring that you have the freedom to choose what works best for your waste management needs. We understand how important it is to keep your business running smoothly and we’re here to help you navigate some important changes coming soon.

The UK Government is introducing a new recycling initiative called the Simpler Recycling Scheme, which will affect how businesses across England handle their waste. This new legislation aims to make recycling easier, more efficient and more consistent, helping everyone do their part in protecting the environment. The changes will impact how businesses manage their waste and recycling, including the services provided by companies like ours.

What is the Simpler Recycling Scheme?

The Simpler Recycling Scheme, which takes effect on 31st March 2025, will require all businesses to simplify and standardise how they separate and dispose of waste. The goal is to make recycling practices more straightforward, so businesses are clear about what they need to recycle and how to do it.

Under this scheme, businesses will be required to separate their waste into distinct categories, making it easier for waste collectors to process and recycle materials effectively. This means clearer rules and more accountability when it comes to recycling. 

• General waste must be separated from recyclable materials such as dry mixed recyclables (DMR), glass and food waste.
• Businesses will need to ensure that all waste is segregated correctly and that the right bins are used for each waste type.
• The legislation also requires businesses to report on their waste management practices to ensure accountability and compliance

How Will the New Scheme Affect Your Business?

If you’re a business owner, these changes might feel like a lot to manage. However, the goal of the Simpler Recycling Scheme is to make recycling more efficient and more sustainable. Here is what you need to know. 

• Clear Waste Segregation: From 31st March 2025, you’ll be required to separate your waste into the four main categories mentioned above. This means that your waste collection service will need to offer different bins for each type of waste, making it easier for you to follow the guidelines.
• Better Waste Reporting: The new scheme also includes regulations around reporting waste disposal practices. This ensures that businesses are being transparent and accountable for their waste management. Depending on your business size and sector, you may need to track how much waste you’re recycling and ensure that the correct materials are being sent to the right facilities.
• Increased Responsibility for Businesses: There will be a greater emphasis on compliance with these rules, which could mean more inspections or audits from waste management authorities to ensure everything is being handled properly.

How Ace Liftaway Is Supporting Businesses Through These Changes

At Ace Liftaway, we understand that these changes can feel overwhelming. But we’re here to help guide you through it and ensure that your business is ready for the new recycling requirements.

• Transition to Contracted Services: To meet the new legislation’s standards for waste segregation and recycling efficiency, we’ll be transitioning all customers onto 12-month rolling contracts starting 1st April 2025. This will allow us to work closely with our waste management partners to ensure that all waste streams - whether it’s general waste, DMR, glass or food waste - are being processed in line with the new regulations.
• Tailored Bin Services: To support the changes, we’ll be offering clear, easy-to-understand waste segregation services. Our bins will be marked for each type of waste, making it simple for your business to separate materials and comply with the new rules. Whether you need additional bins for glass or food waste, we can provide the right options for your business needs.
• Transparent Pricing: We’re committed to keeping our pricing fair and competitive as we implement these changes. We’ve updated our pricing structure, but we’re also guaranteeing that there will be no price increases before 1st April 2026. We aim to give you clear, upfront costs so you can plan and manage your waste disposal budget effectively.
• Ongoing Support: Our team is here to guide how to comply with the new regulations. We’ll help you make sure your waste is separated properly and that you’re using the right bins for each waste type. Plus, if you have any questions or need assistance, you can always contact us by email or phone.

How Can You Prepare for the New Scheme?

• Review Your Current Waste Practices: Take a look at how your business handles waste today. Are you separating your recyclables? Do you know where your waste goes once it leaves your premises? This is a good time to make sure you’re already following best practices.
• Contact Ace Liftaway: If you haven’t already, make sure to review the new service terms and conditions Ace Liftaway has provided. Confirm your bin sizes and collection frequency and let us know if you need any additional services to meet the new recycling requirements.
• Educate Your Staff: Make sure your team understands the changes and how they will impact your business. Providing training on proper waste segregation can help ensure that your staff follows the new recycling rules.

If you have any questions or need help adjusting your waste services, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us. Together, we can make a big difference in keeping our customers environmentally responsible and compliant with the new recycling rules.