Circular Economy Minister welcomes Scottish Waste From All Sources 2022 Official Statistics

Responding to the publication of the Scottish Environmental Protection Agency (SEPA) Waste from All Sources 2022 statistics Circular Economy Minister Lorna Slater said:

“I welcome these statistics from SEPA which show that the overall recycling rate in Scotland of 62.3% is at its highest level since records began in 2011.

“The figures highlight the significant, long-term progress we are making towards a circular economy in which resources are kept in use for as long as possible. This is not just good for the environment – it will also create new economic opportunities and green jobs here in Scotland.

“Our Circular Economy Bill and draft Circular Economy and Waste Route Map, backed by our £70 million Recycling Improvement Fund, seek to create consistent and easy to use waste services across Scotland, whilst driving sustainable resource use.”