Policy Statement

Office Furniture UK is committed to operating in an environmentally responsible manner whilst supplying new and used office furniture throughout the UK. We recognise that our activities have an impact on the environment and are committed to reducing that impact wherever practical.

We aim to comply with all relevant environmental legislation and waste regulations and continually improve our environmental performance through responsible business practices.

Our Commitment

Office Furniture UK will:

• Comply with all applicable environmental legislation and waste management regulations.
• Reduce waste wherever possible through careful purchasing and efficient stock management.
• Promote the reuse of office furniture, extending product life and reducing unnecessary waste sent to landfill.
• Recycle materials including cardboard, paper, plastic, metal and packaging wherever suitable recycling facilities are available.
• Dispose of waste responsibly using licensed waste carriers and authorised recycling or disposal facilities where required.
• Minimise unnecessary packaging and encourage suppliers to use recyclable packaging materials.
• Reduce energy consumption by switching off lighting, heating and electrical equipment when not in use where practical.
• Encourage digital documentation and communication to reduce paper consumption.
• Plan delivery routes efficiently and maintain company vehicles to help reduce fuel consumption and emissions.
• Consider environmental sustainability when selecting products, suppliers and delivery methods wherever practical.
• Continually review our working practices to identify opportunities for further environmental improvements.

Waste Carrier Registration

Office Furniture UK is committed to handling waste responsibly and in accordance with the Waste (England and Wales) Regulations 2011.

The company is registered with the Environment Agency as a Lower Tier Waste Carrier, Broker and Dealer, allowing us to transport, broker and manage waste arising from office furniture deliveries, installations, office clearance projects and related business activities in accordance with current legislation.

Registration Details

• Registered Company: New & Used Office Furniture Ltd
• Environment Agency Registration Number: CBDL597963
• Registration Type: Lower Tier Waste Carrier, Broker and Dealer
• Date of Registration: 13 August 2025

We ensure that any waste under our control is handled responsibly and, where required, transferred only to appropriately authorised waste management or recycling facilities.

Furniture Reuse & Circular Economy

Sustainability is at the heart of our business. As specialists in both new and quality used office furniture, we actively promote the circular economy by extending the life of commercial furniture through reuse, refurbishment and redistribution wherever practical.

A significant proportion of our work involves collecting, refurbishing and supplying quality used office furniture. By extending the life of desks, chairs, storage and other office furniture, we help organisations reduce landfill waste, minimise the demand for new manufacturing and support the principles of the circular economy.

Where furniture is no longer suitable for reuse, we seek to recycle components and materials wherever practical to minimise environmental impact.

Supplier Expectations

Office Furniture UK encourages suppliers and contractors to operate responsibly and minimise their environmental impact. Where practical, we seek to work with organisations that share our commitment to sustainable business practices, responsible waste management and environmental compliance.

Employee Responsibilities

All employees are expected to:

• Follow this Environmental & Waste Management Policy.
• Minimise waste in their daily activities.
• Reuse and recycle materials wherever practical.
• Use energy and resources efficiently.

• Report any environmental concerns or incidents to management.

Responsibility

The Directors of New & Used Office Furniture Ltd are responsible for implementing this policy and promoting environmentally responsible working practices throughout the business.

Management will ensure employees are aware of their responsibilities and that the policy is reviewed and updated as necessary.

Monitoring & Review

This policy will be reviewed annually or sooner if there are significant changes to legislation or company operations.

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Approved by: Management

Company: New & Used Office Furniture Ltd t/a Office Furniture UK

Environment Agency Waste Carrier Registration: CBDL597963

Review Frequency: Annually