Questions and Answers

What is the TCFD Mandate, and which businesses does it apply to?

I’m concerned that my business will be liable for the new plastic tax as we use a lot of plastic packaging. What can I do to prepare for this and in particular, how can I find out whether the plastic we use contains any recycled material?

We are thinking about investing in a new printing process which uses organic solvents. We are aware of our duties to minimise workplace exposure to chemicals under the COSHH Regulations, but are unsure which environmental regulations apply, if any. We are based in England.

Is it true that hospitality businesses will soon have to submit reports on their food waste? Where should we look for guidance on this?

How will the new Uplift to the Building Regulations affect the construction industry?

Now that Plan B has been dropped, what Covid-19 restrictions will be in place instead and are people still required to self-isolate?

Will the Prime Minister’s plan to “build back beaver” bring any benefits to the economy and businesses?

Could Santa improve on the sustainability of his logistics model?

We have a property with wooden window frames that we wish to repaint. Our facilities management team has suggested that the frames may be coated with lead-based paint that would need to be removed. How can we determine if there is lead-based paint and what precautions should we be taking?

A trade union safety rep has raised concern over the building’s air conditioning system, stating that it could be spreading the Covid-19 virus. Is this the case and what should we be doing to reduce the risk?