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Any waste that comes from a commercial activity is business waste. If you use part of your home to run your business then any waste from that part is business waste. Business waste also includes any waste that comes from construction, demolition, industry or agriculture Your responsibilities As a b...
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Second hand, charity shop, reuse, preloved, new to me there are many words for it and the there are also many benefits to shopping second hand: Save money . One of the primary benefits of second-hand shopping is that it can save you money. Save energy . A lot of energy goes into the production of n...
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Plastic waste has become a BIG issue for people living all over the world! Nearly 100 billion pieces of plastic packaging are thrown away every year in the UK alone, and 88% of waste is not recycled. But you can help make a difference and encourage change on a much larger scale. After the success o...
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Financial benefits - although there will be an initial estimated outlay of £150-£400 for cloth nappies, they will save you thousands in the long run, even with the washing costs. With up to 5,000 nappy changes up until potty training, that's a lot of money spent on disposables. We are seeing an eno...
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There are lots of different cloth nappies available on the market, you can buy them new or you can find them for a lower cost through online second hand groups: All in one which has a waterproof layer and absorbent layer which are permanently attached. Some people find them the simplest to use and ...
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Baby steps, find out what works for you. Not quite ready to take the plunge? Some families use reusables during the day and disposables at night. You can then migrate to using reusables more as your baby grows and you become more familiar with them. Or why not start with reusable wipes and face clo...
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Before you use your new cloth nappies, you will to need to pre-wash them to ensure they are at full absorbency. This means you needs to run them through a wash cycle in your machine 3-4 times. If you have bought preloved you won't need to do this. A lidded bucket is an easy way to store dirty nappi...
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More and more people are looking for waste free presents, easy to recycle wrapping and other ways to reduce waste. Our handy guide below should help even the keenest recycler to make some positive changes. Homemade gifts Whether it's fully home made, upcycled or a hamper mixed with shop bought gift...
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Find out more about the offers and discounts available to Buckinghamshire residents to help reduce waste. Cloth nappy scheme. £30 voucher to spend with selected retailers Home compost bins. Up to 60% discount on home compost bins Sustainable period products. £10 voucher to spend with selected retai...
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