INCPEN has published the results of a large-scale national survey into public confidence in recycling. The findings show that information as to 'what happens to my recycling after it is collected' is the variable most likely to make people positive about recycling. Conversely a lack of information directly damages confidence and willingness to recycle. Public confidence that recycling collected from home is actually recycled is, unsurprisingly, highest in Wales, with at 43%, followed by Scotland with 36% and England with 24%.
Public confidence that recycling collected from on-street bins is actually recycled, is lower across all three nations with 25% in Wales, 16% in Scotland and 9% in England.
This research takes on added relevance as we look towards the government’s responses to the consultations. This research is timely and the FPA hopes INCPEN encourages ministers and civil servants to read it. Paul Vanston, CEO of INCPEN said: “A great plan now would be for the recycling supply chain to come together and shape the national and local actions to help improve public confidence because this will help with public behaviours and bolster recycling rates."
INCPEN has also published a survey on the public’s view of the benefits of food and drink packaging, concerns and attitudes. Tables reveal there is less concern about litter, landfill and the impact on oceans, than in the 2018 survey
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