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Welcome to the First Mile features and hot topics that make us tick.
The UK Waste Hierarchy: What Does It Means for Your Business?
You’re probably familiar with the reduce, reuse, recycle mantra to help minimise waste in the UK. For UK businesses, there are a two more layers in the ‘hierarchy of waste’ - recovery and disposal.
First Mile partners with Opportunity Kensington BID to boost recycling in Kensington
First Mile, London’s leading waste and recycling company, is excited to announce a new partnership with Opportunity Kensington BID to promote sustainable practices among local businesses.
Recycling symbols: What do they mean?
Here’s First Mile’s brief guide to the most frequently used recycling symbols, including those tricky plastic recycling logos.
First Mile acquires Redbridge Council trade waste services
We're excited to announce that we have recently acquired the commercial waste collection arm of Redbridge Council.
How to have a sustainable summer: The guide to recycling plastics
Did you know plastic bottle consumption increases by up to 40% during the summer? Find out how to reduce your single-use plastic and manage your waste in our blog.
Extended Producer Responsibility – How your business can comply with the new packaging waste rules
Find out what they changes are, plus how your business can get compliant and avoid hefty fines.
35 Business Waste & Recycling Statistics UK 2024
Everything you need to know about business waste in the UK, from how much business waste the UK produces each year, to the Simpler Recycling Reform and more.
How green is your cup of coffee?
The UK coffee market is huge and growing. The major big name coffee shops have expanded their presence in the last 18 months and there are now over 12,000 independent coffee shops across the country.
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