Environment Agency extends RPS 361 to March 2027
Following constructive discussions with the WRA, the Environment Agency has extended Regulatory Position Statement (RPS) 361 to 31 March 2027. The RPS allows operators to apply to temporarily exceed their permitted storage levels for waste wood, subject to certain...
Wood Recyclers’ Association marks 25th Anniversary
The Wood Recyclers’ Association (WRA) marked 25 years of serving the waste wood industry at a landmark anniversary Conference, Awards and evening Celebration at the Forest of Arden Hotel and Country Club near Birmingham yesterday (July 2).
WRA announces 25th Anniversary Award Winners
The Wood Recyclers’ Association (WRA) has revealed the winners of its 25th Anniversary Awards, celebrating excellence, innovation and leadership across the UK’s wood recycling sector.
UK waste wood sector proved resilient in 2025 amid market pressure
The UK’s waste wood sector continued to process over four million tonnes of waste wood in 2025 despite challenging market conditions.
Shortlist announced for WRA’s 25th Anniversary Awards
We are delighted to announce the shortlist for our 25th Anniversary Celebration Awards!
Magician Ben Hanlin to host WRA’s 25th Anniversary Conference and Awards
We are excited to announce that award-winning magician, speaker and presenter Ben Hanlin will be hosting our 25th Anniversary Conference and Awards on July 2! Voted 'Speaker of the Year' at the Speaker Awards, Ben impressed the WRA team as presenter of the Trade...
Segregate waste wood at source to maximise recycling potential, says WRA
Waste producers are being urged to segregate their waste wood at source to ensure that as much as possible is recycled.
Entries now open for WRA’s 25th Anniversary Celebration Awards!
Entries are now open for our 25th Anniversary Celebration Awards, a one‑off awards ceremony recognising excellence across the UK waste wood sector.
Michael Symons appointed to the WRA Board
The Wood Recyclers’ Association has announced the appointment of Michael Symons as the new Service Member Lead on its Board.
Julia Turner recognised in Women’s Powerlist for third time
Ahead of International Women’s Day this weekend, we are honoured that WRA Executive Director Julia Turner has once again been named on the Women in Trade Associations (WiTA) Powerlist 2026.




















