Residents in England are now subject to new recycling rules that ban seven specific kitchen items from recycling bins. This initiative, known as the 'Simpler Recycling' rules, is part of the government's efforts to standardize household waste disposal and tackle the issue of 'wish-cycling', where individuals place non-recyclable items in recycling bins hoping they can be processed. Effective from March 31, the banned items include glass cookware, microwave plates, ceramics, general kitchenware, kettles, and coffee pods, even those labeled as compostable. John Rowlinson from RecyclingExpert.co.uk emphasized the importance of avoiding wish-cycling and advised residents to keep certain items, such as dirty packaging and food waste, out of recycling bins to prevent contamination. The changes aim to enhance recycling consistency across councils and encourage proper waste disposal practices among residents.