 National blister pack recycling scheme
Boots has recently launched a blister pack recycling scheme at 800 stores across the UK, following a successful pilot in London and the Southeast last year.
Plastic packaging in the UK accounts for nearly 70% of our plastic waste, making this initiative a significant win for recycling.
Empty blister packs taken back to Boots stores will be recycled into playground equipment and furniture. Any brand of blister packs, whether used to hold medications or vitamins, can be recycled through the scheme.
Additionally, Boots members can earn rewards for participating in the scheme.
 Myth busting: paper recycling
Let’s clear up some common misconceptions about paper recycling and help you become a recycling pro.
Myth 1: Pizza boxes can't be recycled
Used pizza boxes can be recycled in your green recycling bag, but any clumps of cheese, toppings or crusts should go straight into your food waste caddy.
A small amount of oil in the pizza box, though not ideal, won’t be a problem. You can try to soak up any excess with a napkin or kitchen towel.
If the bottom of the pizza box is heavily soiled with toppings, sauces or grease, tear it out and recycle only the top part.
Myth 2: Pringles tubes can't be recycled
Thanks to the new paper bottom, Pringles tubes can now be recycled with other paper in your green bag.
Myth 3: Milk cartons can't be recycled
Despite being lined with plastic, paper milk cartons are still recyclable with other paper products. Also, keep the plastic caps on, as they can be separated during the recycling process.
Remember, Tetra Paks are also recyclable in your green bag and always have a Tetra Pak symbol on them.
Myth 4: Glossy magazines can't be recycled
Glossy paper is just regular paper made shiny with additives, so it's recyclable.
 Myth 5: Labels or sticky tape on cartons need to be removed
You don’t have to worry about the labels or sticky tape on paper cartons, as these will be screened out in the recycling process. The same applies to the windows on envelopes.
Myth 6: Disposable coffee cups are recyclable
Coffee cups aren't recyclable, because the thin plastic coating inside is extremely difficult to separate from the cup. Also, the lids are mostly made of low-quality plastic, so they can't be recycled either.
Bring your own cup to save money and reduce waste next time when you buy a coffee!
Myth 7: Paper can only be recycled a few times
The fibres in paper start to break down after they have been recycled five or six times. However, the material can still be used to make egg cartons, packaging, loft insulation, paint and even new road surfaces.
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