>> Compostable bags carry the Co-op a stride away from single-use plastics

Compostable carrier bags will replace plastic ones in nearly 1,400 Co-op food stores in areas where compostable ones are accepted in food waste collections. Their use as liners for caddies and food waste bins, suitability for home composting, other features and price support householder switching and less plastic contamination of food waste.

>> Revised PAS100 published

The revised version of PAS100 has been published. Following a long revision prices the standard has been updated and more quality controls have been introduced.

>> EA Call for Evidence Consultation response from the REA

The REA, after consultation with its members, has submitted its response to the EA's call for evidence.

>> New Agriculture Bill introduced

A new Agriculture Bill to deliver a cleaner and healthier environment for future generations has been introduced. It sets out how farmers and land managers will in future be paid for “public goods”, such as better air and water quality, improved soil health, higher animal welfare standards, public access to the countryside and measures to reduce flooding.

>> Medium Combustion Plant and Specified Generators Regulation Guidance

The EA have published guidance and application forms for Bespoke and Low Risk New Medium Combustion Plant (MCP) & Specified Generators (SG) Standard Rules Permits.