Useful Links
We've gathered together these links to other organisations which also offer information or support for Local Authorities. If there is a site which you feel should be included, please contact us at: localauthorities@wrap.org.uk.
Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA)
DEFRA is the government department concerned with the environment, waste and recycling. It provides specific support to Local Authorities through its Local Authority Support Unit and offers funding through ithe Waste Performance and Efficiency Grant and the Waste Minimisation and Recycling Fund.
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Local Authorities Recycling Advisory Committee (LARAC)
LARAC facilitates the exchange of information on waste reduction and recycling throughout local government and with other organisations; provides expert responses to national, European and private sector initiatives and assists others with technical information and advice to promote best practice in waste management.
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Local Government Association
The Local Government Association (LGA) offers support to all local quthorities in England and Wales. The LGA Toolkit is sent out to all its members and the Internet service 'LGAnet' provides information on the major issues affecting local government.
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The Convention of Scottish Local Authorities
The Convention of Scottish Local Authorities (COSLA) is the representative voice of Scottish local government and also acts as the employers’ association on behalf of all Scottish councils.
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Recycle Now Partners
This site is a key resource for individuals and organisations involved in promoting waste awareness messages to the general public.
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IDeA Knowledge (Improvement & Development Agency)
The Local Authorities' gateway to national support. The IDeA works in partnership with all councils, to enhance the performance of the best, accelerate the speed of improvement of the rest, and develop the sector as a whole.
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Public Private Partnerships Programme (4Ps)
4ps offers comprehensive procurement support to local authorities including hands-on project support, Gateway Reviews, skills development and ‘know-how’ procurement guidance in the form of procurement packs, case studies and extranets.
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Chartered Institiution of Wastes Management
The Chartered Institution of Wastes Management (CIWM) is the professional body which represents over 6,000 waste management professionals. The CIWM sets the professional standards for individuals working in the waste management industry and has various grades of membership. Through its commercial subsidiary, IWM Business Services Limited, the Institution provides conference, exhibition, training and technical publication services to the industry.
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Community Recycling Network
The CRN promotes community waste management in the UK. It produces a newsletter, provides member links and a bulletin board, holds seminars and an annual conference and has several regional networks.
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Waste Watch
Waste Watch promotes and encourages action on the 3Rs - waste reduction, reuse and recycling. It works with community organisations, local and national government encouraging the environmental benefits of waste minimisation and recycling. It also highlights the positive impact on the economy and wider society.
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London Recycling Fund
The London Recycling Fund was established in early 2002 and began operation in May 2002. Since then over 70 grants have been made, allocating £24.9 million to a range of recycling and waste minimisation projects. The strategy of the Fund has always been to encourage additional investment by applicants and their partners.
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Community Composting Network
The Community Composting Network supports and promotes the community management and use of waste bio-degradable resources.
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Furniture Re-use Network
The Furniture Re-use Network (FRN) promotes the re-use of unwanted furniture and household effects, including electrical and electronic goods for the alleviation of need, hardship, distress and poverty.
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London Remade
London Remade is in the business of recycling, creating environmental solutions for a sustainable capital. This is achieved through developing markets for recycled content products, providing tailored support to help grow green enterprises and introducing green practices to existing businesses.
London Remade acts as a leading advisor and consultant to London boroughs to improve recycling waste management. The ultimate aim is to transform London’s waste into a reusable resource, to create viable everyday products and reduce the impact on landfill.
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Waste Information Network
Waste Information Network (WIN) provides up to date information on all aspects of waste management . It is particularly useful for local authorities. Key aspects include a Document Library containing hundreds of reviewed waste management reports; a Guidance and Best Practice section with case studies, strategies, toolkits and guidance and a Procurement section with guidance on contracts, joint working and procurement efficiencies. Users need to register to view the site.
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