WRAP facing up to 25 job losses following cuts to government funding

James Murray
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Influential waste advisory body says it will continue to focus on tackling food waste, plastics, and other areas, as charity confirms restructuring is underway

Just days after the government launched its sweeping new plan to tackle plastic waste, the UK's leading waste advisory body has announced it could cut around 25 roles in response to funding cuts. WRAP...

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