Food Waste Rules Just Got Cheaper | Leeds News

England’s new food waste laws are rolling out weekly collections for households, letting you toss in everything from plate scrapings to pet food—just ditch the packaging first. The goal? Turn waste into energy and fertilizer. While the government’s Simpler Recycling reforms push this green shift, the cost of compostable bags (around £2 for 20) is hitting some wallets hard. But here’s the twist: councils like Darlington, Scottish Borders, and Devon say you can reuse regular plastic bags, bin liners, or even newspaper—because processing plants have machines that separate and recycle the plastic before turning food waste into power. It’s a clever way to save cash and keep things cleaner… but always check your local council’s rules—places like Stockport still require certified compostable bags. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ff359e5bff42c612