A UK provider of recycling and environmental technology based in Cambridge have recently attracted some fresh backing for the commercialisation of its technology for the recycling of plastic and aluminium laminate packaging.

Here, at the heart of our busy skip hire head office we were interested to find out that a syndicate of investors have just secured the deal including Cambridge Enterprise, (the university’s commercialised arm) along with business angels from both Cambridge Capital Group and Cambridge Angels.

Though The Cambridge University syndicate have declined to reveal the exact amount raised it is believed to be some serious Wonga!

Thus far plastic/aluminium laminate packaging has been non recyclable; the company’s patented technology offers a new recycling route. This new technology segregates the material into its constituent components providing clean aluminium that can be used as fuel or chemical feedstock.

Residents in south Gloucestershire might want to hire a skip to show their dedication to responsible waste disposal.

The local council is making a push to promote the collection of bottles and food waste in the area.

From November 22^nd, each home in the neighbourhood will receive a set of three collection bins.

Let’s hope it encourages locals to give recycling the thumbs-up.

Two offenders have been caught snaffling scrap metal from skips.

The Environment Agency has fired a warning shot to anyone transporting such content without the necessary licenses.

Steven Haim was fined £2,500 plus £400 in costs, while Alan Lee was handed a £2,000 slap on the wrists, plus £1,225 in costs.

The two breached the Control of Pollution Act 1989 by failing to register as waste carriers.

You see, responsible skip hire is the way forward!

What could be more glamorous than a spot of skip hire in Wilmslow?

The area is continuing to attract a range of stylish boutiques along its main thoroughfares.

Retailers such as Joules and Black White Denim are the latest stores to arrive in the neighbourhood, according to The Business Desk.

But aside from bolstering their fabulous wardrobes, there are plenty of other ways in which Wilmslow residents can enjoy a glamorous lifestyle.

Skip hire, of course, is at the top of this list.

Apparently, these guys love skips so much that they opened a restaurant in its honour.

Or so it would seem.

The eatery recently closed its doors after 62 years of service.

The Diner Hotline Weblog quoted resident Rusty Simpson as saying – somewhat bizarrely – “This place is like a bible for a lot of people”.

Located in the amusingly named Chelmsford, Massachusetts, it bears about as much relation to Chelmsford, Essex, as Skips Restaurant does to rubbish skips.

However, we live in hope that an authentic skip-themed diner will one day open its doors.

You might not believe it, but horse-drawn carts are helping many French towns with rubbish collection duties.

Officials in locations such as Perpignan have compared the typical skip price with the cost of hiring equines.

What did they find out?

Naturally, it was determined that waste collection should be carried out by horses.

Jean Baptiste, the mayor of Peyrestortes, told the Guardian that the town’s medieval street layout made it difficult to bring out vehicles and skips.

Roads would often be blocked off, much to the chagrin of irate neigh-bours.

Mr Baptiste extolled the virtues of the approach, explaining: “The exhaust smells have gone, the noise has gone, and instead we have the clip-clop of horses’ hooves.”

If you live in Wiltshire, now might be a good time for you to compare skip hire prices.

It appears that many people in the county would like to see a deeper dialogue with the local council over waste disposal matters.

A high proportion of residents, according to the Wiltshire Times, favour kerbside collections and recycling initiatives.

Why not get on the phone and hire a skip today?

In the run-up to the annual Bonfire Night festivities on November 5^th, how can you ensure the maximum possible safety in your neighbourhood?

Those seeking skips for hire might want to get their orders in early, giving plenty of time to organise a hassle-free event.

Indeed, councils across the UK are asking residents to avoid passing unwanted items onto youths looking to set fires.

Instead, many towns are distributing community skips that can be filled with piles of rubbish.

This way, revellers can sit back and enjoy the extravaganza in style this year.

When you need local skip hire, you need to get on the blower to TopSkips.com to order.

Topskips have depots across the UK, so they’re national and local all at the same time! If you’re in Manchester, Aberdeen, Totnes, Belfast – in fact anywhere in the UK, call our friendly skip hire team on 08445 6 77 10.

Here’s a photo of one of our skip hire team, Kyle Davidson. Say hello, if you get through to him!

For anyone living in Worcestershire, it could be said that skip hire in Bromsgrove is just what the doctor ordered.

The town – which is home to historic sites such as Grafton Manor – could be an ideal location for those seeking waste disposal solutions.

With Birmingham and Worcester located within striking distance, customers could identify Bromsgrove as a top place to hire skips.

What’s not to like?