New Recycling Rules in 2025: What Homeowners and Businesses in Bridgend Need to Know
New Recycling Rules in 2025: What Homeowners and Businesses in Bridgend Need to Know
Big changes are coming to the way we all deal with rubbish and recycling in Bridgend and across the UK. If you’re a homeowner or run a business, it’s worth knowing what’s new—so your clearouts, renovations, or daily operations stay compliant and eco-friendly.
What’s Changed in 2025?
The main updates:
Stricter waste sorting: More items now need to be separated (plastics, glass, metals, cardboard, food waste, etc.).
Fines for mixing: Mixing recyclable and non-recyclable materials can lead to penalties.
Mandatory paperwork: Commercial sites now need stricter records for waste disposal.
Collection changes: Some local councils may change collection days or methods—check your area’s rules.
Tips for Homeowners
Use clear bags and separate bins while decluttering or renovating.
If hiring a skip, ask about what can and can’t be mixed—our team is always happy to advise!
Compost or recycle kitchen waste to reduce landfill.
Advice for Businesses
Update your staff on the latest rules—quick team chats or posters help!
Use labelled bins for different materials.
Keep paperwork in order to avoid fines—Cox Skips can help with compliant disposal records.
How Cox Skips & Waste Management Helps
Friendly guidance: We tell you what goes where and what needs extra care.
Hassle-free skip hire: Our skips suit tiny house clear-outs AND big commercial jobs.
Responsible recycling: Everything we collect goes straight to our own licensed waste transfer station—so you know your waste is properly sorted and recycled.
Stay Ahead of the Rules!
The new recycling laws are meant to make Bridgend cleaner and greener. By sorting right, using the right skip, and getting good advice, you avoid penalties and help the planet.
Questions? Ready to book a skip? The Cox Skips team is here to help—reach out any time!