New checks to stop used tyres being sent to furnaces

The UK government has introduced new measures to prevent used tires from being illegally sent to furnaces for disposal. This move aims to address the issue of improper tire recycling, which has been exploited by criminal elements. Campaigners, however, warn that these checks may not be sufficient to close all the existing loopholes in the recycling system. The new measures include tighter controls on the storage and transportation of used tires, as well as increased oversight of tire recycling facilities. The goal is to ensure that tires are disposed of or recycled through legitimate channels, rather than being burned for energy recovery, which can be harmful to the environment. While the government's actions are a step in the right direction, campaigners argue that more needs to be done to address the root causes of the problem, such as improving transparency and accountability in the tire recycling industry. They emphasize the importance of a comprehensive approach to tackling the illegal disposal of used tires and promoting sustainable waste management practices.