Guides

A practical checklist for UK office managers to audit their waste compliance. Covers Waste Transfer Notes, carrier checks, Simpler Recycling, and Digital Waste Tracking preparation.

European Waste Catalogue codes are required on every Waste Transfer Note. This guide explains how EWC codes work, which codes apply to common business waste, and how to find the right code.

Every UK business that produces waste has a legal duty of care. This guide explains what the law requires, how to comply, and the fines for getting it wrong.

The Simpler Recycling regulations took effect in March 2025. This guide covers which businesses are affected, what waste streams must be separated, and the penalties for non-compliance.

The UK's Digital Waste Tracking mandate launches October 2026. Here's the timeline, what it replaces, who's affected first, and how to prepare your business.

How to complete a Waste Transfer Note correctly under UK law. Covers required fields, retention periods, common errors, and the transition to Digital Waste Tracking.

How to check a waste carrier licence for free on the EA public register. Covers upper vs lower tier, expiry dates, what to look for, and a free instant checker tool.