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Explore the latest news, articles and practical guidance from Zero Waste Scotland, covering circular economy, waste reduction, resource efficiency and sustainability in action.
- Recycling
What to do with plastic carrier bags?
Plastic bags are recyclable and are increasingly being recycled, but the majority still end up in landfill where they may take hundreds of years to break down.
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- Recycling
Recycling packaging symbols explained
Packaging labels and recycling symbols appear on lots of products but they can be confusing. Find out what they mean.
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