Circular economy
Councils are focusing on waste reduction, reuse, and strategic waste management planning to advance the circular economy.
Hackney Council is piloting community skips in October 2026 to promote a circular economy, collecting items like bulky reuse, small electricals, and textiles, and integrating give-and-take tables. This initiative is part of broader efforts to encourage residents to reduce, reuse, and repair. In March 2026, Haringey Council awarded contracts for its new Civic Centre, including one for the refurbishment and relocation of existing fixtures, fittings, and equipment.
Southwark Council is reviewing its waste management and street cleaning services in October 2026, ahead of a major contract renewal in 2033, and is developing a strategy for next year. In July 2026, Hounslow Council's Cabinet recommended approval of the West London Waste Plan, which aims to manage waste-related development across six boroughs until 2041, following Ealing Council's adoption of the plan in June 2026.
Islington Council's Executive endorsed a report in June 2026 recommending improvements to household recycling and waste reduction. The report highlighted a plateau in recycling rates due to structural, behavioural, and service-related factors, proposing measures to address these challenges.
Key facts
- Hackney Council is piloting a community skip initiative in October 2026. Source
- Southwark Council is reviewing its waste management services in October 2026. Source
- Hounslow Council's Cabinet recommended approval of the West London Waste Plan in July 2026. Source
- Islington Council's Executive endorsed a report on household recycling in June 2026. Source
- Ealing Council adopted the West London Waste Plan in June 2026. Source
About this summary
This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on, with background from Wikipedia. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 15 October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.