The REA joins over 50 businesses urging for publication of the Circular Economy Growth Plan

The REA joins over 50 leading businesses, trade associations and  professional bodies in writing to DEFRA Secretary of State Emma Reynolds urging for publication of the delayed Circular Economy Growth Plan. The letter warns ongoing delay will “harm momentum towards a more resilient, resource efficient economy.” Find the full letter here.

In the letter, Chief Executive Trevor Hutchings states: 

“The war in the Middle East highlights the need to reduce our reliance on concentrated international supply chains and to make better use of our own resources by moving to a circular economy. By increasing the circular management of critical minerals, biodegradable wastes and other resources, we can turn a domestic challenge into a strategic asset. The circular economy is a jobs and growth opportunity.  It will drive efficiencies, lower bills and strengthen the UK’s long-term energy and nutrient security.  Now more than ever we need clarity from Government to drive progress, so we support the call for Government to publish the Circular Economy Growth Plan without delay.”