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'Perfect storm' could lead to rubbish piling up on Scotland's streets, experts warn

'Perfect storm' could lead to rubbish piling up on Scotland's streets, experts warn
BBC Science Wednesday 23 September 2026, 21:53 UTC 1 min read
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There are warnings over a combination of significantly reduced landfill space and a breakdown of Glasgow's main incinerator.

There are warnings over a combination of significantly reduced landfill space and a breakdown of Glasgow's main incinerator.
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