The CIWM South West Centre, LARAC and South West Waste Recycling
Forum (SWWRF) have joined forces to bring you a one-day conference packed with
insights, networking and innovation – all focused on making Simpler Recycling a
reality. Come along and catch up with your regional colleagues face-to-face,
whilst gaining knowledge and meeting industry representatives.
The event, kindly sponsored by Roadvert,
includes presentations on compostable packaging, carton recycling, on packaging
labelling, flexible plastics and more. See full agenda below.
Take this valuable opportunity to visit trade
stands from the waste industry and network throughout the day.
Date: Wednesday 18th June 2025
Venue: Somerset County Cricket Club, Taunton
(Parking is available on site. Taunton train station is only 5-10 minutes’ walk away. Bike Racks available for those that want to cycle)
Programme
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Arrival from 9.30am
Refreshments will be available and networking opportunity during this arrival period. Presentations will start at 10am
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Welcome & Introductory Remarks
Nik Hughes-Roberts and Miriam Champion, CIWM South West Vice Chairs
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Session 1
Keynote Address – Jesse Duggal, DEFRA
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Morning break for refreshments, networking, and trade stands
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Session 2
Liquid Cartons and Simpler Recycling – Ben Powell, ACE UK
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Sessions 3
Communications and Labelling – Adam Herriot, WRAP
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Lunch and networking with time to visit trade stands at 12.30
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Session 4
South West Waste Recycling Forum Discussion – Laura Snoulton, SWWRF
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Session 5
Flexible Plastics (FlexCollect) – Oliver Morrall, SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK
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Afternoon break for refreshments, networking and trade stands
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Session 6
Compostable Packaging – Thomas Baker, WRAP
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Closing Remarks
Nik Hughes-Roberts and Miriam Champion
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Final opportunity to network and visit trade stands, refreshments available.
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Finish at 4pm
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Fees: £20 + VAT
CPD: 3 hours
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