The recycling and waste management sector has undergone many changes throughout the last few decades, especially with the welcome addition of technology to the industry. Some streets will still hear the familiar foghorn blasting from a flatbed truck, with a passenger ready to jump out and pick up scrap from the side of the road, […]
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The price of all metals fluctuates depending on the current financial climate and market demand, but Singleton’s always aim to give you the best prices for your scrap metal! The price of scrap varies with some metals being high in demand all of the time, meaning you can get quite a lot of cash for […]
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The end of the year is almost here! We want to help you recycle your metal waste and make sure your festive season is as sustainable as possible. When you’re getting the tree out of the loft, digging for decorations in the garage or just having a clear-out, look around to see if there’s anything […]
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Everyone knows that one of the best ways to support sustainability and help the environment is to recycle, but did you know you can even recycle your car? Global Recycling Day last month has jump-started the scrap metal and recycling industries’ drive towards net zero. The British Metals Recycling Association released a statement in support […]
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Singletons are helping the construction industry make changes to reduce its carbon footprint. By offering the best prices for scrap steel, we’re encouraging businesses to reuse and recycle their manufacturing metals. With over 30 years of scrap metal industry experience, Singletons want to share their knowledge on how to make the most out of your […]
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Does this affect you? If you’re a scrap metal collector looking to renew your licence or apply for a new licence from April 2022, you’ll have to complete an online tax check to confirm your tax responsibilities. As well as licences for scrap metal collectors and sites, taxi and private hire licences will now also […]
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For anyone applying for a scrap metal collector licence, the government rules are changing from 4 April 2022. You will be required to fill out a tax check that will give you a 9-character code for your application form. The changes will affect you if you are applying on or after 04/04/22, and this will […]
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Although the scrap metal market took a major hit in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, it has been recovering well throughout 2021 on an upwards trajectory that’s set to continue for the next two decades. While precious metals are at a low point, we’re seeing the value of aluminium reach a 10-year high this […]
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As the environmental benefit of using recycled materials becomes better understood in the public consciousness, the pressure on manufacturers to use recycled materials in their production increases. This pressure from consumers is having a big impact on the scrap metal market, which is now set to rise over the next two decades as a result […]
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Thinking of selling your scrap metal but don’t have the means to transport it yourself? Organising a skip for collection can be a great solution. Find a service that will deliver a skip or container to you so you can fill it at your convenience and then remove it for you. Remember that recycling your […]
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