by Lisa Smith | Jul 17, 2025 | Better textile recycling
In April 2025, The Climate Change Committee published a report ‘Progress in adapting to climate change: 2025 report to Parliament’ which highlights that there is now clear and compelling evidence that climate change is causing extreme weather events in the UK, such as...
by Lisa Smith | Jun 3, 2025 | Better textile recycling, Recycled Clothing Ideas
How long do we have left until we are at full capacity? In the UK, estimates typically range from six to eight years; but local authorities have been saying this since at least 2010, and we aren’t there yet. This is because EU directives have steadily increased the...
by Lisa Smith | May 17, 2025 | Better textile recycling, Clothing Bins
Clearing communities of illegal clothing bins…for free! At Recycled Clothing Banks, we’re committed to creating cleaner, safer, and more environmentally responsible communities. That’s why we proudly partner with local councils and organisations across the region to...
by Lisa Smith | Mar 27, 2025 | Better textile recycling, Charity Fund Raising, Clothing Bins
A recent survey of 1,047 adults sheds light on why so many people hold on to clothes they no longer wear A significant portion of British wardrobes is occupied by unworn clothing, with an estimated one-third of all garments going untouched. This accumulation...
by Lisa Smith | Jan 4, 2025 | Better textile recycling, Clothing Bins, Recycled Clothing Ideas
Recycled Clothing Banks has a smart, eco-friendly solution to unwanted reusable textiles Recycling bins for your community is an excellent way to engage residents, business owners, sports clubs, retailers, charities, public services and local schools in meaningful...
by Lisa Smith | Dec 19, 2024 | Better textile recycling, Charity Fund Raising, Clothing Bins
Here At Recycled Clothing Banks, we are dedicated to keeping your pre-loved clothing, shoes, and household textiles out of landfill by giving them a second life. Did you know that nearly all textiles that end up in landfill sites are fully recyclable? The problem is...
