The Ardsley House Hotel in Barnsley was host again last week to the latest Waste Action Forum on 29 and 30 June. Over 50 delegates from local authorities, reprocessors and others across the waste management industry attended.

The event boasted many engaging and interesting speakers. Rachel Gray, special advisor for waste prevention for WRAP, spoke on issues concerning waste prevention and supporting local authorities. Jody Sherratt, waste strategy awareness manager for Cheshire West and Chester Council, delivered a presentation on providing waste prevention at local level. Terry Gould, head of public protection for the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, and Sue Igoe, managing director of RecycleBank, discussed incentives for recycling and waste prevention for households. Finally, Dr Jane Beasley, director of Beasley Associates rounded up the presentations by speaking on partnerships and efficiency.

Andy Doran, chairman of the Waste Action Forum, said “These events are instrumental in prioritising the issues of waste management, at both a council and corporate level. It is great that it has been such a resounding success and I hope this and future events may lead to an increase in public awareness in regards to the pressing topic of waste management.

“We also hope that by organising further events like this, we can broaden our membership to include more members of the waste supply chain.”

Founded in 2003, WAF now has hosted over 17 events or conferences and its influence extends into the glass, paper, plastics, metals, general packaging, electronic and retail sectors.

To contact the Waste Action Forum please email info@wasteactionforum.org.uk