Batteries7 days agoBattery disposal warning after bin lorry fireThe fire was caused by a lithium battery incorrectly disposed in household waste, the council says.7 days ago25 Jun 2026Power banks and vapes now biggest fire risk on planesLithium battery fires are the number one safety risk to aircraft, yet the number of devices found in hold bags has nearly doubled in a year. 25 Jun 202619 Jun 2026Battery recycling warning after spate of firesA fire chief issues the warning after three blazes linked to batteries in recent days.19 Jun 202619 Jun 2026Firm's joy at agreeing US aluminium contractBridgnorth Aluminium, which employs 368 people, says it has signed a five-year deal.19 Jun 202627 May 2026Public warned after discarded batteries spark firesHouseholders are being urged not to put batteries and vapes in their bins.27 May 202620 May 2026Why batteries in our bins are a burning issueOne contractor says rising costs associated with the fires could be passed on to taxpayers.20 May 202612 May 2026Renewable energy hub planned for Scottish coal museumThere are plans to install solar panels on the roofs of buildings at Lady Victoria Colliery at Newtongrange.12 May 202612 May 2026Scrap yard calls for battery removal when recyclingThe scrap yard says batteries in waste piles can turn an "ordinary day into a serious incident".12 May 20266 May 2026Vapes warning as fires in bin lorries riseA local authority says there have been three waste fires since the start of the year.6 May 2026...
