James Allgood

Commercial Waste & Compliance Writer

James Allgood writes on UK commercial waste regulation, recycling compliance, and sustainability for businesses. At Better Waste Solutions, his focus is practical, helping business owners and operations teams understand what waste legislation requires of them and how to meet those requirements without unnecessary cost or complexity.

He covers topics including Simpler Recycling, food waste segregation, duty of care, and sector-specific guidance for hospitality, retail, healthcare, and office environments across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

Articles by James Allgood

February 1, 2024

The Perils of Overflowing Bins: A Comprehensive Look at the Dangers and Solutions

In an era marked by an unprecedented surge in waste...

January 12, 2024

Navigating the Changes: Welsh Waste Management Regulations 2024

In light of the upcoming changes in Welsh waste management...

December 7, 2023

Disposing of Commercial Waste Legally: The Easy Guide

Every business creates waste, but nobody is ever taught how...

November 30, 2023

Aluminium Can Recycling: The Easy Guide

The discovery of aluminium in 1825 was an important one,...

November 16, 2023

The Simplified Guide to Plastic Recycling

Plastic boasts exceptional design, yet its durability becomes a drawback...

October 31, 2023

Collection Day Nightmares: The Environmental Toll of Halloween Waste

Opinions on Halloween vary widely – it’s either a beloved...

October 25, 2023

Return of the RWM Event

This September marks the return of RWM exhibition, and Waste...

October 13, 2023

Recycle Week 2023: Pioneering Sustainability in the UK

Recycle Week 2023, scheduled from the 16th to the 22nd...

August 24, 2023

The Benefits of Using a Waste Management Company

Waste management can be a complicated and time-consuming process for...