Briers

18/09/2026

It is with great sadness that team briers has today lost one of its founding company directors, Mrs Enid Briers.

Enid was a integral part of the business for over 40 years and could regularly be found sorting non ferrous scrap, taking telephone enquiries, booking skips, as well as preparing meals for our employees lunches alongside taking care of her family.

A true matriarch who had in her early years also danced at the London Palladium and sung at many concerts for the British Troops.

She will be sadly missed by one and all.

Enid Briers
1932 - 2026

15/05/2026

Five baby goslings spotted this week.

We are pleased that our wildlife habitat continues to grow naturally and be a safe haven for all native species to bring up their young.

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22/04/2026

Earth Day 2026 ♻️

Today, 22nd April 2026 is Earth Day and marks the 56th anniversary of this global movement.

The official theme for 2026 is "Our Power, Our Planet", which shifts the focus from renewable energy targets towards the power of individual and community action, to protect and restore environmental safeguards.

We at briers, are committed to supporting this through to which we do by monitoring CO2 and offsetting projects, such as our partnership with Kingsbury Water Park and our own Wildlife habitat and Fishery whereby we have planted thousands of trees. These projects use the power of the community to build areas of woodland and give the opportunity to restore and enjoy a positive, green environment for the future.

All our Sites are powered through EDF Zero Carbon for Business 100% to which is energy generated mostly from wind power. The improvement of LED lighting as well as larger roof lights in our SORT building enables a reduced use of electricity through the availability of natural day light and an improved environment to work in.

We also take our local community commitments seriously, aiming to engage all our customers and communities in ways to avoid any waste going to landfill by encouraging them to consider reduce, reuse and recycle. Our community engagement not only promotes school visits to sites to encourage environmental awareness to young children but also to our chosen community project, Tamworth Well Being and Cancer Support Centre.

06/03/2026

Following completion of this year’s ISO Audit with ISOQAR, I’m very pleased to say, the auditor has passed us for our surveillance year with no non-compliances or opportunities for improvement.

He has advised he was very impressed with both sites, the level and standards of the evidence he has seen and the speed in which it has been produced and forwarded to him.

He said a very big congratulations to everyone, keep up the good work and see you next February!

I therefore wish to say a big thankyou and well done everyone for their hard work in achieving this.

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19/12/2025

07/12/2025

This year, we light our Christmas tree in loving memory of a dear friend and colleague who recently passed away after a short illness.

Steve Sturch — or ‘Sturchy’ to his mates — was not only a valued driver but also the heart of so much laughter. His warmth and famous banter are already deeply missed by us all.

29/11/2025

We are pleased to confirm our continued and long standing support and partnership with Twycross Zoo for the next three years. Briers' commitment to the environment will help the Zoo to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and further explore innovative greener waste management solutions in support of the zoo’s long-term sustainability.

Founded in 1963, Twycross Zoo is a world-leading charity, dedicated to protecting endangered species and driving forward global conservation action. As part of its charitable mission, the zoo is committed to reducing its environmental impact and ensuring its resources are managed responsibly — making this continued partnership with briers a significant step towards strengthening operational resilience and sustainability.

As part of briers commitment to offer waste management solutions that won’t cost the earth we are pleased to confirm the sponsorship of the African Savannah zone at the new Lanterns of the wild attraction.

03/11/2025

Our trucks have all been “Poppied” to show our support and to commemorate this year’s Remembrance Day on 11th November.

This is a memorial day observed in Commonwealth member states since the end of the First World War to honour armed forces members who have died in the line of duty, a tradition inaugurated by King George V in 1919.

We are proud to also support our customer the National Memorial Arboretum to help meet their Environmental Sustainability objectives by providing Zero Waste to Landfill Waste management services at their Alrewas, Staffordshire location.

05/06/2025

Today we celebrate World Environment Day.

As we are aware Plastic pollution permeates every corner of our planet—even in our bodies in the form of microplastics. World Environment Day 2025 calls for collective action to tackle plastic pollution.

By drawing inspiration from nature and showcasing real-world solutions, the campaign will encourage individuals, organizations, industries, and governments to adopt sustainable practices that drive systemic change.

This year’s World Environment Day comes exactly two months before countries meet again to continue negotiating a global treaty to end plastic pollution.

Join the movement—because together we can create a healthier future.