2026
- APSE Annual Seminar 2026: Local Government on the Frontline, Meeting Challenges and Supporting Communities
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On Wednesday 16 and Thursday 17 September, APSE welcomed local government colleagues and elected members from across the UK to the APSE Annual Seminar 2026 in Liverpool.
- Recycle Week 2026 reaches millions across the UK
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Last month Recycle Now launched another successful Recycle Week campaign burst, reaching millions across the UK. Hundreds of local authorities, brands, retailers, businesses, schools and organisations came together to mark the nations’ biggest recycling moment - officially sponsored by Boots for 2026.
- Member Spotlight - Cllr Liam Robinson
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After being welcomed into the vibrant city of Liverpool for our 2026 Annual Seminar, we spoke with Cllr Liam Robinson, Leader of Liverpool City Council, about the council's insourcing journey and the important of bringing local government professionals together through events like ours.
- West Berkshire celebrates record recycling results
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West Berkshire Council is celebrating some of its best recycling results ever, following the move to three-weekly black bin collections.
- From School Meals to Sustainable Futures: How Torfaen County Borough Council reduced food waste
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Louise Gillam, Dietitian at APSE Council of the Year 2026 winner Torfaen County Borough Council, shares how they have achieved a signifcant reduction in food waste through pupil voice, sustainable choices and transparent communication.
- How Dundee's MVV Energy from Waste Facility contributes to a more sustainable future
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With a proud history of serving the Dundee and Angus area, Baldovie has evolved into a leading sustainable waste management facility, reducing reliance on landfill, recovering valuable energy from waste and making a positive contribution to the local community.
- Lancashire County Council's award-winning Reuse Hub
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Lancashire County Council was awarded the Best Service Team of the Year: Recycling, Waste and Circular Economy at the APSE Service Awards in Liverpool, recognising the positive social and environmental impact of their Reuse Hub initiative.
- HSE puts waste and recycling sites on their inspection plan
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Chris Steel, Principal Specialist Inspector (Noise & Vibration) at Health and Safety Executive, shares the importance of effective hearing protection in noisy work environments, outlining the practical steps employers can take to manage the risk.
- Worcestershire County Council announces 1000 community grants to improve health and wellbeing
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Worcestershire County Council’s Public Health team has invested £3 million in communities to help residents improve their own wellbeing and create healthier, stronger communities.
Promoting excellence in public services
APSE (Association for Public Service Excellence) is a not for profit unincorporated association working with over 300 councils throughout the UK. Promoting excellence in public services, APSE is the foremost specialist in local authority frontline services, hosting a network for frontline service providers in areas such as waste and refuse collection, parks and environmental services, cemeteries and crematorium, environmental health, leisure, school meals, cleaning, housing and building maintenance.
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