Recent trials undertaken by two Manchester-based recycling companies have shown that more than four out of five textile items donated via established routes such as door to door, kerbside, textile bank and charity shop collections can be successfully re-used or recycled. Eight studies conducted by textile recycler I & G Cohen Ltd and resource recovery specialist Axion Consulting on behalf of WRAP (Waste & Resources Action programme) revealed an even response with re-use and recycling rates of ...