Waste Recycling (End Use Register) Bill

Key Points

• Establishes an End Use Register to record the destination of materials that have been recycled.
• Requires specified authorities (such as local councils and other waste-management bodies) to maintain and provide information from the register.
• Aims to improve transparency in the recycling supply chain and help verify whether recycled materials are used domestically or disposed of properly.
• Powers for data collection, reporting and enforcement may be included to ensure compliance.
• Supports policy-making and enforcement through better data on recycling outcomes.

Progress

The bill is currently at second reading in the House of Commons, where MPs discuss its general principles. Detailed provisions will be considered later in committee stage.