UK Waste & Packaging Compliance

UK Sites & Landlords:The Waste Deadline Has Passed

Simpler Recycling is live. If bins get contaminated, you're still accountable — fines, notices, and follow-up inspections.

Also serving: Businesses · Importers · Manufacturers

Cambridge-Trained
Weekend Availability
48hr Reports
Intelligence Assessment
3 MIN

Your Compliance IntelligenceDiagnostic Report

Our free 3-minute assessment identifies your compliance gaps across UK packaging regulations (EPR, PPT, PRN) and waste rules (Duty of Care, Simpler Recycling — including the March 31 HMO landlord deadline). Most businesses have gaps they don't know about — this tells you exactly where you stand.

4
Regimes
15
Questions
3
Minutes
Packaging — Service 1EPR

EPR Invoice Audit

We check your EPR invoices and scope, confirm household / non-household splits, and flag overcharges or missing tonnages before you pay. You shouldn't be paying more than you owe.

Packaging — Service 2PPT

PPT Certificate Check

We confirm PPT certificates, recycled-content claims and their links to product lines — so you have the documentation to withstand an HMRC review without scrambling for paperwork.

Waste — Service 3Simpler Recycling

Simpler Recycling Check

Deadline passed 31 March 2026. All UK businesses and HMO landlords must now have 3 separate waste streams. EA inspections have started — we check your setup and tell you if you're compliant.

3 minutes
No card required
Instant results
UK Compliance Framework

Waste RegulationsSimplified

Navigate complex UK waste legislation with clarity. From hazardous waste to digital tracking, every regulation explained.

Critical

Hazardous Waste

Strict documentation requirements for dangerous materials. Legal compliance isn't optional.

Consignment notes for every movement
3-year record retention mandatory
Pre-acceptance audits required
Foundational

Duty of Care

EPA 1990 Section 34 establishes your fundamental responsibilities. The bedrock of waste compliance.

Waste transfer notes for all waste
Verified carrier registration
Prevent unauthorised disposal
Oct 2026

Digital Waste Tracking

Paper records end October 2026. Mandatory electronic tracking connects waste producers to final destination.

Electronic record-keeping mandatory
Real-time waste movement tracking
Prepare systems before deadline
Healthcare

Clinical Waste

HTM 07-01 sets the standard for healthcare waste management. Stringent protocols protect public health.

HTM 07-01 compliance mandatory
Segregation and colour-coding
Secure storage and disposal
7/10
AI Compliance Score
Featured Tool — Free

Simpler Recycling Gap Analyser

Answer 10 questions and our Gemini AI scores your Simpler Recycling compliance 0–10, identifies your top 3 penalty risks, and emails you a personalised action plan — in under 3 minutes.

Under 3 minutes
Powered by Gemini AI
Free · Results emailed
Traffic-light scoring
31 Mar
Deadline Passed
3
Waste Streams Required
£118
Per Hour EA Fine
HMO Landlords — Action Required

Simpler Recycling — Your Tenants' Bins Are Your Liability

Cross-contamination by your tenants counts as a management failure. That’s a £5,000 fine and an HMO licence review — even if you didn’t touch a single bin.

See How We Help
15-min call· No obligation· EA inspections active
HMO Compliance Scan
14 Laburnum Close — 6 tenants

Dry Recyclables

Paper, plastic, glass

OK

Food Waste

No caddy found — GAP

GAP

General Waste

Correctly labelled

OK
Compliance Score67%

⚠ 1 issue — food waste bin required

Example compliance scan
£295

Check Your Setup

We visit, count your bins, and verify your contractor. Written report in 48 hours.

Ready in 7 Days

14-Day 3-Bin Fix

Dry recyclables, food waste, general waste. We scope the right setup for your property.

Zero Fines

Inspection Ready

Labelled bins, contractor records, written proof. Hand it over the moment an inspector arrives.

Our Process

How We Work

No jargon. No long meetings. Just clear steps to get you compliant.

1
Quick Check

Quick Check

90-minute call. We find your top 3 issues and give you a fix-it checklist.

2
Full Review

Full Review

We check all your records, find every gap, and tell you exactly what to fix.

3
Ongoing Support

Ongoing Support

Quarterly monitoring. We track deadlines and changes so you don't miss anything.

World-Class Expertise

Expert-LedCompliance

We help UK businesses stay legal, avoid fines, and pass every inspection — without the stress of figuring it out alone.

Packaging Compliance
Packaging Tax
Waste Documentation
Bin Separation Rules

100%

Audit Pass Rate

4

Areas We Cover

Gov't

Insider Experience

Zero

Clients Ever Fined

Why We're Different

We handle the complexity so you don't have to.

Packaging and waste rules in the UK are changing fast — and the consequences of getting it wrong are real. Fines, failed audits, and legal liability don't have to be your problem. We take it off your plate entirely.

We've worked inside the government systems that enforce these rules. We know exactly what inspectors look for — and we make sure your business always has the right evidence, in the right place, before they ever come knocking.

We register your business and keep your packaging data accurate
We calculate what you owe and file it correctly, every time
We source the certificates your business needs to stay legal
We make sure your workplace waste separation is fully compliant

Founder & Principal Consultant

UK Packaging & Waste Compliance Specialist

Meet the Team
University of Cambridge

Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership

We studied how packaging and waste regulations actually work in practice — not just in theory — so we can translate the law into plain steps your team can follow.

HMRC

Regulatory Systems Background

Our background in public sector systems means we understand how enforcement operates — and exactly what documentation your business needs in place before an inspection ever happens.

Built on Solid Foundations

Every engagement produces documentation built to withstand scrutiny — written reports, clear gap analysis, and action plans designed around what councils, HMRC, and the EA actually want to see.

We Speak Plain English

No jargon, no confusing legal language. We explain what your obligations are, what we're doing about them, and what it means for your business in straightforward terms.

UK Packaging Compliance

Remain Audit-Ready, Always

We handle packaging compliance for UK businesses—EPR, PPT, waste regulations—eliminating fines and paperwork so your team can focus on growth.

Do I need an HMO compliance audit?

If you rent out an HMO, yes — urgently. New Simpler Recycling rules (enforced from March 31, 2026) make landlords directly liable for tenant waste mistakes. Cross-contamination can mean a £5,000 fine and an HMO licence review. Our audit identifies the gaps and gives you the written report councils need to see.

What does a business waste audit cover?

We assess your current waste streams against the 3-stream Simpler Recycling requirement, verify your waste contractors are EA-registered, check your Duty of Care documentation, and produce a written compliance report with a 90-day action plan. Starts at £295 for a single site.

What is packaging compliance and do I need it?

If your business uses, imports or manufactures packaging, you likely have legal obligations under EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility) and PPT (Plastic Packaging Tax). We determine your liability, register you with HMRC where needed, and make sure all your documentation is in order — so you're never caught out.

How much does it cost?

Waste audits start at £295 (single HMO or business site). Packaging compliance reviews start at £395. Everything is scoped to your exact situation before we start — no hidden extras and no surprises.

How quickly do I get my report?

Within 48 hours of the assessment — or your next audit is free. Every report is a PDF you can show councils, HMRC, or the Environment Agency immediately.

Are you independent advisors?

Yes. We don't sell bins, waste collection services, or packaging. We have no financial incentive to recommend anything other than what's right for your situation. Cambridge-trained, ex-government systems background.