The First Mile Blog
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Oxford Street Pedestrianisation: What businesses need to know
Oxford Street went traffic-free on October 26th 2026, but what does this mean for your business's waste?
Deposit Return Scheme for UK Retailers: What you need to know before October 2027
A guide for UK retailers preparing for the Deposit Return Scheme. Understand what DRS is, who’s exempt, your return point options and more.
First Mile launches Defra-approved software for Digital Waste Tracking
Defra has confirmed First Mile as an approved developer for Digital Waste Tracking, recommending our bespoke-built software, Miley. Miley connects weighbridge data directly to Defra's Digital Waste Tracking service
A retailer, business and consumer guide for how to dispose of vapes in a safe and compliant way
A retailer, business and consumer guide for how to dispose of vapes in a safe and compliant way that follow the latest vape regulatory guidance.
Implementing Digital Waste Tracking: What It Means for Customers
What does digital waste tracking mean for your company? Learn how Defra reporting affects waste producers and how to get your data ready with First Mile.
Future of Business Waste: Lessons from Our Customer Panel
Our CEO, Susan Davy, hosted the Future of Business Waste Webinar and was joined by a panel of business leaders to discuss the changing waste legislation landscape.
Oxford Street Pedestrianisation: What businesses need to know
Oxford Street went traffic-free on October 26th 2026, but what does this mean for your business's waste?
Waste Leadership Summit 2026: Senior Leaders Talk E-Waste and Vape Disposal
First Mile recently hosted a roundtable on e-waste and vapes and the Waste Leadership Summit 2026. Read what senior leaders had to say.
Digital Waste Tracking: What Comes After Phase 1?
Now that Phase 1 of the Digital Waste Tracking legislation is mandatory we look at what comes next and what it means to waste producing businesses.
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