Sand supply risks becoming unsustainable, scientists warn

22 July 2019, by Maxine Perella

Sand and gravel is being extracted at a faster rate than it can be replaced, a group of leading scientists has warned.

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LARAC urges caution as Gove backs ‘all-in’ DRS

22 July 2019, by Maxine Perella

Council recycling leaders have expressed concern that England appears to pushing ahead with an 'all-in' deposit return scheme (DRS) so soon after a public...

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