Batteries13 hrs agoWhy are household batteries dangerous in waste?Island Waste director answers questions on how to dispose of batteries and why it is important. 13 hrs ago24 hrs agoBattery collections stopped after spate of firesBCP Council said 11 fires linked to batteries had been recorded since January 2025.24 hrs ago3 days agoMum faced £11,500 fine for binning batteriesKrystal Ogier faced a £11,500 fine after accidentally throwing away 23 AA batteries – which were inside children's toys – when her family were moving house in Guernsey.3 days ago4 days agoMother in tears after £11,500 battery waste fineThe woman accidentally threw away 23 AA batteries in children's toys during a house move.4 days ago16 Feb 2026Exploding vape batteries 'putting lives at risk'A recycling facility says disposing of vapes in recycling is causing "significant problems".16 Feb 20262 Feb 2026Battery recycling to be halted after eight firesThe local authority stops battery recycling after eight fires in its refuse vehicles and tips. 2 Feb 202620 Jan 2026Battery warning after bin lorry wrecked in fireIt will cost about £250,000 to replace the vehicle, North Warwickshire Borough Council says.20 Jan 20267 Jan 2026Public art project aims to reduce battery firesThe East London Waste Authority wants to use art to highlight how batteries in bins can cause fires.7 Jan 202616 Dec 2025Warning over dangerous waste after fires break outIncidents see a blaze caused by a battery and an explosion in a lorry caused by a fire extinguisher.16 Dec 2025...
