Environment Agency loses £300m in landfill tax
A watchdog report reveals the Environment Agency failed to collect £300m in landfill tax from illegal waste sites. Read the full investigation into this major financial and environmental failure.
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Environment Agency 'failed' to tell Lords about illegal waste
Peers express alarm after Environment Agency bosses omitted three large-scale illegal waste sites from evidence. The sites include a 25,000-tonne dump in Wigan and a river-polluting site in Oxfordshire. Read the full investigation.
Barney Dinosaur caught fly-tipping on Southend CCTV
CCTV captures a person in a purple dinosaur costume illegally dumping rubbish in Southend-on-Sea, sparking online amusement and debate over new bin collection rules. Read the full story.
Sydney Waste Facility Erupts in Huge Fireball
A massive fireball exploded at a waste facility in Sydney, sending flames 150m high. Two firefighters sustained minor injuries. Read the full report.
Sydney recycling plant explosion rains concrete debris
Massive chemical recycling plant explosion in Sydney sends fireball 500ft high, injuring firefighters and raining concrete debris. Investigation underway into cause of inferno.
8,000 illegal waste sites blight UK, study reveals
Shocking research reveals 8,000+ illegal waste sites across UK, avoiding £1.63bn in landfill taxes and creating environmental hazards. Discover the full extent of Britain's waste crime epidemic.
Brothers save 50 shipping containers of clothes from landfill
Discover how two brothers built a £10 million business rescuing designer and celebrity-worn clothing from landfill, recycling 1,500 items daily and preventing fashion waste.
Romania achieves 94% recycling rate in two years
Romania's deposit return scheme transforms recycling habits, achieving 94% collection rate for beverage packaging. Discover how this EU success story is inspiring neighbouring countries.
Arrest over 150m illegal waste mountain in Kidlington
A 39-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a 150-metre-long illegal waste dump near the River Cherwell in Kidlington. Read the latest on the Environment Agency's investigation.
Waste crime: UK's environmental disaster unfolds
Revealing how organised criminals are dumping thousands of tonnes of toxic waste across Britain with impunity, creating environmental disasters that cost millions to clean up.
Critical Incident: 40ft Oxfordshire Waste Mountain
A 40ft-high mountain of illegally dumped waste in Kidlington, Oxfordshire, has prompted a critical incident. Authorities are racing to prevent River Cherwell pollution. Read the latest on Operation Nation.
40ft waste mountain grows in Oxfordshire field
A 40ft-high waste mountain in Oxfordshire grew within months, prompting PM's condemnation and Environment Agency criminal investigation. Read the latest developments.
Homeless man crushed in bin lorry tragedy in Northampton
Sajmir Beca, 30, died after seeking shelter from cold in industrial bin. The incident highlights dangers faced by rough sleepers during winter months.
40ft Waste Mountain Branded 'Appalling' by PM
A 40ft mountain of waste appeared in Oxfordshire within months. Prime Minister Keir Starmer calls it 'utterly appalling' as the Environment Agency launches a criminal probe.
Illegal 150m waste mountain threatens Oxfordshire river
A 150m long illegal waste dump in Kidlington is polluting the River Cherwell. PM Sir Keir Starmer calls it 'utterly appalling' as a criminal investigation launches.
Fly-tippers dump 150-metre waste mountain in Oxfordshire
Shocking drone footage reveals a 150-metre mountain of illegally dumped waste in an Oxfordshire field. Local authorities are investigating this major pollution incident near Kidlington.
Fly-Tipping Scandal: Oxfordshire River Polluted
A massive illegal waste dump in Kidlington, Oxfordshire, is leaching into the River Cherwell. Evidence points to potential large-scale corruption in local authority waste management. Urgent action is demanded.
Illegal waste mountain plagues Oxfordshire field
Satellite images reveal how a grassy Oxfordshire field transformed into a 10-metre high illegal waste dump in months. Discover the scale of the UK's waste crime epidemic.
Agency staff join Birmingham bin strike
Agency workers hired to cover Birmingham's long-running bin strike are now joining the industrial action over claims of bullying and unsustainable workloads, potentially extending the dispute until 2026.
Illegal waste mountain appears in Oxfordshire field
Satellite images reveal how a grassy Oxfordshire field became a 10m high illegal waste dump in months. Discover the scale of the UK's waste crime epidemic and its environmental risks.
60m waste mountain in Kidlington threatens river
A 60m-long mountain of illegally dumped waste in Kidlington, Oxfordshire, poses a severe ecological threat to the River Cherwell. The clean-up cost exceeds the council's entire annual budget. Read more.
Global e-waste to hit 82 million tonnes by 2030
The world generates 62 million tonnes of e-waste annually, set to reach 82 million by 2030. Discover how to responsibly recycle your old devices and protect sensitive data.
Fly-tippers dump mountain of waste in Oxfordshire
A massive illegal waste dump in Oxfordshire threatens the River Cherwell with toxic runoff. Local MP says cleanup costs exceed council's annual budget. Environmental catastrophe unfolding.
500ft Fly-Tip Threatens River Cherwell in Oxfordshire
A 500ft long illegal waste dump near Kidlington is risking toxic run-off into the River Cherwell. The Environment Agency is investigating what could be Britain's biggest fly-tip.
Bexley increases fly-tipping fines to £1,000
Bexley Council hikes fly-tipping fines to £1,000 in a major crackdown. Over 70 new signs installed as part of 'Fly-Tipping Fortnight'. Learn how to avoid fines.
East London bin collectors to strike in December
Refuse workers in Waltham Forest will strike in December after rejecting a 3.2% pay offer. The GMB union demands a pay rise reflecting the high cost of living. Read the latest.
Heathrow's fly-tipping shame: Streets become dumping grounds
Exclusive investigation reveals how streets surrounding Britain's busiest airport have become illegal dumping sites for everything from fridges to hazardous waste, sparking local fury and environmental concerns.
Heathrow fly-tipping epidemic hits West London
West London communities near Heathrow are fighting back against an epidemic of illegal fly-tipping that's turning streets into dumping grounds. Discover how residents are taking action against the environmental blight.
India's toxic trash mountains: A human crisis
An investigative report reveals the dangerous lives of waste pickers working on India's towering landfill sites, where toxic conditions and exploitation create a cycle of poverty and environmental damage.
London Borough Named England's Litter Capital
Newham has been identified as England's most litter-plagued borough, with government data revealing nearly half of its streets fail basic cleanliness standards, sparking urgent calls for action.
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