It was a sunny Thursday morning. For some, that meant catching up on emails or sitting through meetings. For Cromwell and nine other local businesses, it meant something far more hands on. Armed with litter picking bags and plenty of determination, it was time to roll up sleeves and take on the GB Spring Clean. … Continued
Each year, as Keep Britain Tidy’s GB Spring Clean rolls around, the team at Cromwell hits the local industrial estate, armed with bags and little pickers, ready to tackle the waste issues in our area. Alongside the action, we provide advice to help customers find which bag is best for their waste management strategies. Litter … Continued
For many, Sunday is a day of rest. A slower pace, a roast in the oven, and perhaps a gentle stroll. For one member of the Cromwell team, it became something rather different. A litter pick that quickly turned into a stark reminder of how much work still needs doing. A Litter Bug’s Paradise Cromwell’s … Continued
As the days grow longer and the air begins to warm, the Spring Equinox marks a powerful turning point in the year. To celebrate, Cromwell is launching a hands-on project that brings upcycling to life by growing our own fruit, vegetables and flowers using repurposed and recycled containers. On top of this, we will also … Continued
On 5 March, Cromwell attended the Foodservice Packaging Association (FPA) Awards, which took place at the Grand Hotel in Brighton, bringing together organisations from across the food service packaging sector to celebrate innovation and collaboration. It’s a fantastic opportunity for Cromwell to reconnect with partners, customers and industry colleagues who share a common goal. Developing … Continued
At Cromwell, some topics in the workplace are easy to approach, such as recycling rates, which bag is best, and industry news and updates. Mental health has historically been one of the quieter conversations and that is exactly why organisations like Andy’s Man Club exist. Recently, Cromwell welcomed Joe, a representative from Andy’s Man Club … Continued
Simpler Recycling was designed to bring consistency to household waste collections across England. A central pillar of that reform is separate weekly food waste collections. TEEP assessments and approved exceptions are playing a significant role in how, and when, that reform is implemented. While TEEP provides an essential framework for assessing technical, environmental and economic … Continued
At Cromwell, cutting carbon emissions is not a footnote to our business. It is part of our responsibility. Every one of our food waste liners is designed to do more than simply line a bin. It plays a practical role in capturing food waste and steering it away from landfill and into recycling processes such … Continued
Over the past two years, mandatory food waste collections have become standard practice for many businesses, and household collections are following close behind. The direction of travel is clear. The UK is serious about separating food waste at source and serious about recycling it properly. But legislation alone does not change behaviour. Infrastructure does. Practical … Continued
After years of anticipation and a few delays along the way, the UK’s Deposit Return Scheme has finally been rebranded as Exchange for Change, with a confirmed launch date of October 2027. At Cromwell Polythene, we are watching this development closely, as it represents a significant shift in how materials are captured, handled and recycled … Continued