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POLYPIPE AND PLUMB CENTRE LAUNCH NATIONAL PLASTICS RECYCLING SCHEME


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lumbers and builders can now turn waste plastic into rewards thanks to a new nationwide recycling scheme from Plumb Centre and Polypipe Building Products – helping the trade cut landfill waste and earn perks. Installers simply save their waste plastic and drop it off at Plumb Centre


branches to be rewarded with a £5 Greggs voucher on the first deposit, with more rewards available the more they participate. Installers are encouraged to keep hold of plastic packaging, damaged products and offcuts and hand them over to the branch team on their next visit. When they scan the QR code on the counter to log the drop off they’ll receive a digital Greggs voucher – so the next coffee and sausage roll break is covered. Establishing waste plastic collection points in over 400 Plumb Centre


branches nationwide, is the latest step in what has already been a multi-year project between Plumb Centre and Polypipe Building Products. In its first year, the project diverted 2.8 tonnes of plastic from landfill, equating to 3.2 tonnes of carbon – the same as a return flight from Leeds to Las Vegas. The team effort was recognised by multiple industry awards, taking home Environmental / Sustainability Initiative of the year at the Builders Merchants Awards in 2025 and 2025. The project was also shortlisted for Environmental Initiative of the Year at the Builders Merchant Journal Awards 2025. Find your nearest drop-off point and learn more at https://www.wolseley.co.uk/brands/polypipe/. Matt Williams, managing director at Polypipe Building Products, said: “We’re


incredibly proud of our recycling initiative with our merchant partner, Wolseley Plumb Centre. This project is about more than just statistics. It’s about engaging with the entire industry and fostering a culture of sustainability.” Laura Adams, head of sustainability at Wolseley Group, added: “We understand the importance of working with our supply partners to identify and implement more circular economy solutions. So, we are delighted to be partnering with Polypipe Building Products on this new initiative that will help us and our customers to reduce our environmental impact.”


What can be accepted? All kinds of plastic will be accepted, excluding anything which has been in


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contact with chemicals or other hazardous materials, human waste, food waste, concrete dust or brick dust. Pipe offcuts must be less than 0.5m in length so they will fit in the bag without need for cutting down in branch.


What’s in it for customers? The first time a customer brings their waste in, they’ll receive 200 rewards points - enough to exchange for a £5 voucher. Each subsequent deposit will earn 50 points which can be saved towards more rewards.


GUIDE TO AWAAB’S LAW SUPPORTS SOCIAL HOUSING PROVIDERS


legislation was introduced following the tragic death of two-year-old Awaab Ishak in 2020, caused by prolonged exposure to mould in his family’s rented home.


The new guide clearly explains the requirements N


uaire has published A Guide to Awaab’s Law and the Future of Safe Housing Standards designed to help social housing


organisations comply with Awaab’s Law, which came into effect on 27th October 2025. The


to investigate and address damp and mould hazards set out in Awaab’s Law, and the legally enforceable timescales set. It provides a clear overview of the changes, along with practical checklists and tailored ventilation advice to enable social housing providers to comply with the new law. The new guide highlights Nuaire’s 50 years’


expertise in tackling condensation and mould in housing and features advice for housing providers on how to best define a ventilation strategy that


not only meets part F requirements and helps manage costs, but creates a safe, comfortable home for residents. The guide gives an example of a whole-home ventilation approach that balances compliance, comfort and air quality together to create better homes. Joe Lloyd-Allen, residential product manager


at Nuaire, comments: “Awaab’s Law represents a step-change in how damp and mould must be tackled in social housing. Our new brochure gives housing providers practical guidance on meeting these obligations and highlights proven ventilation strategies that can prevent hazards before they occur. At Nuaire, we are committed to supporting the sector in creating safer, healthier homes.”


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