NEWSLETTER – APRIL 2025

Food Waste Separation Law Being Enforced

We’re excited to share an important step towards a more sustainable future! Starting 31^st March 2025, the Food Waste Separation Law will officially come into force. This new legislation is designed to reduce the amount of food waste sent to landfills by requiring businesses with 10 or more full-time employees to separate food waste for proper recycling or composting and have separate collections for specific materials such as paper, plastics, metal and food waste. By doing so, we can help cut greenhouse gas emissions and support the development of renewable energy sources.

It’s a small change in our daily routine but a giant leap for the planet. What does this mean for you? All food scraps will need to be placed in a designated food waste container and collected by your waste provider accordingly. Most businesses already have mixed recycling collections in place, but the new legislation states that paper and cardboard should be separated and collected separately apart from where it isn’t possible for technical, economic, environmental or practical reasons.

Meet our Supplier – Pulse

"We are happy to work with any waste and recycling bins, however, we also have our own range of bins which have been designed to fit seamlessly into the modern office. Discrete, stylish and in a range of models and sizes, they are designed to look good while causing minimum disruption." 

We understand that adapting to new regulations can be challenging. That’s why we’re here to lead the way and make it as simple as possible for you. So if you need further advice, recycling bins or food storage containers for your business then please contact your IOC Account Manager or our Recycling Partner, Pulse
Environmental Limited.

They can be contacted at sales@pulse-environmental.co.uk, and they will set you up with the correct, compliant bins for your business.

Let us help you prepare for these changes with ease. Together, we’ll make recycling simpler, smarter, and more sustainable.

First Aid Training 

Participating in first aid training is valuable for employee in a business setting as it equips them with the skills to respond effectively to emergencies, potentially saving lives and reducing the severity of injuries. By enrolling employees in these courses, we demonstrate a commitment to workplace safety and employee well-being. In the workplace, accidents can happen unexpectedly, and having personnel ensures that immediate and appropriate care is provided. This not only helps in stabilising the injured person until professional medical help
arrives but also fosters a safer work environment. First aid training also boosts employee confidence and morale, knowing they can assist colleagues in times of need. It also demonstrates the companies commitment to health and safety, which can enhance overall workplace productivity and employee well-being.

On the spot: with Filipe Cruz 

1.   What is your role at IOC? My role is a client services manager. I am responsible for various sites across the west end.

2.   What is your favourite hobby outside of work? I practice mixed martial arts, not so much now but
did a lot before. I now enjoy my family time and going travelling.

3.   What do you enjoy most about working for IOC? The support we are given by all team and staff are also very supportive on sites.

4.   What is the toughest challenge you have faced within your role? One of the toughest challenges I’ve faced is balancing the need of high quality clients with big contracts, especially during emergencies when
unexpected events happen like leaks, accidents, last minute changes with staff etc.

5.   When you are at work, how do you motivate yourself? I motivate myself by looking at the bigger picture and understanding the impact of my work/role. I also set small and achievable goals through my week – whether it’s completing specific tasks or improving certain areas and celebrating these keeps me motivated. I find that keeping a positive mindset and remembering why I enjoy my job keeps me pushing forward, even on tough days.