The UK government's much-anticipated Circular Economy Growth Plan (formerly the Circular Economy Strategy) has been delayed until early 2026. This postponement creates uncertainty for businesses across five priority sectors: construction, textiles, agri-food, transport, and chemicals. With Defra confirming the delay during November's EFRA Committee hearing, commercial operators must now assess...

The drive towards a circular economy in the UK is gaining momentum, with the Government's 'Circular Economy Growth Plan' for England now anticipated in the new year. This strategic shift, despite a slight delay from its initial autumn 2025 consultation target, signals a significant evolution in how industries, including commercial real estate (CRE), will approach resource management. For...