Mandatory UK Digital Waste Tracking Set for October 2026 Launch

UK Digital Waste Tracking Service: Timeline, Updates & What to Expect

The UK’s Digital Waste Tracking Service (DWTS) represents a major step towards digitising waste management across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Designed to replace traditional paper-based waste tracking, the move aims to enhance traceability, reduce illegal activity, and support environmental and circular economy goals. Here’s everything you need to know, from key updates to the timeline ahead.   Image credit: Envato Elements L…

Digital waste tracking gets official start date as UK gears up for sector-wide rollout

The UK government has confirmed that all permitted waste sites must begin using a new digital tracking system from October 2026. The phased rollout is designed to modernise how waste is monitored across the UK, with support promised for smaller and less digitally advanced operators. The UK government has confirmed a firm go-live date for its long-anticipated Digital Waste Tracking (DWT) Service, announcing that mandatory use will begin from Octo…

Mandatory UK digital waste tracking set for October 2026 launch

MRW Mandatory UK digital waste tracking set for October 2026 launch A select number of invited waste companies are expected to begin testing delayed plans for a digital system from September to inform development ahead of initial spring launchMandatory UK digital waste tracking set for October 2026 launch Neil Merrett