United Shoe Recycling Company
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United Shoe Recycling Company Ltd
Important: United Shoe Recycling Company Ltd is no longer trading. The company was dissolved on 4 October 2022.
Despite the company's dissolution, shoe and clothing collection bins bearing the United Shoe Recycling name can still be found in some locations across the UK. It is possible that some of these bins were sold, transferred, or continue to be used by third parties. The current ownership and operation of such bins may not be connected to the dissolved company.
Former Business Activities
United Shoe Recycling Company Ltd previously operated a network of shoe and clothing collection banks throughout the UK. Its stated services included:
Shoe and clothing collection banks
Home collection services
Recycling services for local authorities
Collection facilities at household waste recycling centres
Indoor and outdoor collection containers
Company Information
Company Name: United Shoe Recycling Company Ltd
Company Number: 07533085
Incorporated: 17 February 2011
Dissolved: 4 October 2022
Business Activity (SIC): Collection of non-hazardous waste
Last Known Location: Pease Pottage, near Crawley, West Sussex, England
Environmental Claims
The company previously stated that it held:
ISO 9001 Quality Management certification
ISO 14001 Environmental Management certification
Environment Agency waste carrier certification
These claims were published in company profiles and marketing materials during its period of operation.
Ownership
Public records listed Abdul Hamid Ghafar as a person with significant control of the company.
Collection Bins Still in Use
Members of the public occasionally report finding bins displaying the United Shoe Recycling name despite the company having been dissolved. In some cases, bins may have been placed on land without the knowledge or permission of the landowner, or may continue to display outdated branding.
If you encounter a collection bin carrying the United Shoe Recycling name, it may be advisable to:
Check whether the operator is clearly identified on the bin.
Verify that a valid waste carrier registration number is displayed.
Confirm that the bin has permission to be located on the site.
Contact the landowner or local authority if you have concerns about its legitimacy.
Legitimacy Concerns
The existence of a United Shoe Recycling-branded bin does not necessarily indicate unlawful activity. However, because the original company was dissolved in 2022, anyone operating collection bins under that name should be able to demonstrate their authority to do so and provide clear contact details.
Where bins are placed without the landowner's permission, or where the operator cannot be identified, concerns may arise regarding the legitimacy of the collection activity and the final destination of donated items.
This information is provided for public awareness and should not be interpreted as an allegation of wrongdoing against any individual or organisation. Specific concerns about a collection bin should be reported to the relevant landowner, local authority, or regulatory body.
Important: United Shoe Recycling Company Ltd is no longer trading. The company was dissolved on 4 October 2022.
Despite the company's dissolution, shoe and clothing collection bins bearing the United Shoe Recycling name can still be found in some locations across the UK. It is possible that some of these bins were sold, transferred, or continue to be used by third parties. The current ownership and operation of such bins may not be connected to the dissolved company.
Former Business Activities
United Shoe Recycling Company Ltd previously operated a network of shoe and clothing collection banks throughout the UK. Its stated services included:
Shoe and clothing collection banks
Home collection services
Recycling services for local authorities
Collection facilities at household waste recycling centres
Indoor and outdoor collection containers
Company Information
Company Name: United Shoe Recycling Company Ltd
Company Number: 07533085
Incorporated: 17 February 2011
Dissolved: 4 October 2022
Business Activity (SIC): Collection of non-hazardous waste
Last Known Location: Pease Pottage, near Crawley, West Sussex, England
Environmental Claims
The company previously stated that it held:
ISO 9001 Quality Management certification
ISO 14001 Environmental Management certification
Environment Agency waste carrier certification
These claims were published in company profiles and marketing materials during its period of operation.
Ownership
Public records listed Abdul Hamid Ghafar as a person with significant control of the company.
Collection Bins Still in Use
Members of the public occasionally report finding bins displaying the United Shoe Recycling name despite the company having been dissolved. In some cases, bins may have been placed on land without the knowledge or permission of the landowner, or may continue to display outdated branding.
If you encounter a collection bin carrying the United Shoe Recycling name, it may be advisable to:
Check whether the operator is clearly identified on the bin.
Verify that a valid waste carrier registration number is displayed.
Confirm that the bin has permission to be located on the site.
Contact the landowner or local authority if you have concerns about its legitimacy.
Legitimacy Concerns
The existence of a United Shoe Recycling-branded bin does not necessarily indicate unlawful activity. However, because the original company was dissolved in 2022, anyone operating collection bins under that name should be able to demonstrate their authority to do so and provide clear contact details.
Where bins are placed without the landowner's permission, or where the operator cannot be identified, concerns may arise regarding the legitimacy of the collection activity and the final destination of donated items.
This information is provided for public awareness and should not be interpreted as an allegation of wrongdoing against any individual or organisation. Specific concerns about a collection bin should be reported to the relevant landowner, local authority, or regulatory body.
Operating Name(s)
United Shoe Recycling Company Ltd
Area(s) Operating
All over the country
Colour and style of bins
Green
Owner
Abdul Hamid Ghafar
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