Circular Communities Scotland Reuse First Manifesto

Circular Communities Scotland is calling for a “Reuse First” approach to Scottish circular policy through our Reuse First Manifesto.

To date Scottish Government’s policy and investment focus has been on recycling and waste management. On behalf of our membership, Circular Communities Scotland is calling for this focus to shift to reuse and repair.

Reuse brings numerous circular benefits including:

Social: Reuse tackles the cost-of-living crisis by offering affordable pre-loved goods and helps overcome employment barriers by creating work and training placements.
Environmental: Reuse addresses the climate crisis and the challenges of achieving net zero by dealing directly with the issue of over-consumption and material use.
Economic: Reuse creates opportunities for green skills, local and Scottish based jobs and supports economic growth.

Read the Manifesto details HERE