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Urban Recycling in Scottish Cities

27 Jan 26 2 minutes

The ‘Urban recycling in Scottish cities’ report explores recycling challenges and opportunities for multiple occupancy properties with communal collections in Scottish urban areas. It assesses international best practice for urban waste and recycling services and evaluates how Scottish cities align with these standards while providing information on best practice. 

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Report Summary

The report looks at service delivery and the key challenges faced by local authorities that influence recycling rate differences across cities. It considers how upcoming legislative changes may affect current and future waste and recycling services in Scotland’s urban areas. 

The research aims to:  

  • Assess international best practice for urban waste and recycling and Scotland’s alignment with the 2016 Code of Practice.
  • Examine service delivery for multi-occupancy properties in Scottish urban areas and challenges faced by local authorities.