Tag: nappy

Defra refutes disposable nappy tax – but how would it protect the environment?

Defra refutes disposable nappy tax – but how would it protect the environment?

August 31, 2021

Brits dispose of around 3bn disposable nappies per year, which makes up 3% of household waste.…

North London’s nappies ‘significantly hindering recycling efforts’

North London’s nappies ‘significantly hindering recycling efforts’

The North London Waste Authority says contamination mean the recycling efforts of more than…

Flushing waste costs Scottish Water £7m a year

October 8, 2013

Blockages caused by household waste - such as baby nappies, wipes and grease - being flushed…