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Join us for the 2026 LARAC Wales Conference, bringing together waste and recycling officers from across Wales for a focused day of policy updates, operational insight and local authority best practice.

This year’s conference will examine the key developments shaping waste and recycling services in Wales, including the continued rollout of workplace recycling regulations, Wales‑specific policy changes, and the challenges and opportunities facing councils as they work towards higher recycling performance, improved service efficiency and wider circular economy goals.

Designed specifically for Welsh local authorities, the event will also feature practical case studies showcasing innovative approaches from councils across Wales, highlighting real‑world solutions to common operational and strategic challenges.

Free places are available for LARAC members.

Policy and legislative updates for Wales – understanding the latest national priorities and regulatory changes.
Workplace recycling regulations – rollout, enforcement and practical challenges for councils.
Residual waste reduction – approaches, restrictions and behavioural drivers.
Flexible plastics and material-specific challenges – operational impacts and next steps.
Reuse and repair initiatives – supporting community‑led and council‑led programmes.
Behaviour change and public engagement – strategies that support compliance and reduce contamination.
Operational performance and service efficiency – innovations, data, routing and resource management.
Digital tools, tracking and reporting – improving service oversight and transparency.
Local authority case studies from across Wales – sharing best practice, lessons learned and transferable solutions.