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Food Waste Rules Just Got Cheaper | Leeds News
England’s new food waste laws are rolling out weekly collections for households, letting you toss in everything from plate scrapings to pet food—just ditch the packaging first. The goal? Turn waste into energy and fertilizer. While the government’s Simpler Recycling reforms push this green shift, the cost of compostable bags (around £2 for 20) is hitting some wallets hard. But here’s the twist: councils like Darlington, Scottish Borders, and Devon say you can reuse regular plastic bags, bin liners, or even newspaper—because processing plants have machines that separate and recycle the plastic…
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