Legal

Please read these terms carefully as they govern your use of 'The Pod' ("the Product"). By accessing the Product and by accepting these terms and conditions you are agreeing on behalf of your school to the terms and conditions that appear below. If you have any questions please email us at contact_us@jointhepod.org. If you do not agree with these terms or are not authorised to agree them on behalf of your school, you must not accept this agreement (please do not tick "I accept") and may not use the Product and associated services.

References in these Terms to "you" and "your" are references to your school or you as a private individual user.

These terms are effective between you and Wastebuster as of the date you accept these terms.

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General Terms

1. Provision of Product

1.1 The Pod website ("the Site") and the Product are owned (or used under licence) by Wastebuster CIC (company number 05883640), whose registered office is at The Bothy, Albury Park, Albury, Guildford, Surrey GU5 9BH ("Wastebuster")

1.2 You acknowledge that you have provided Wastebuster with accurate and complete registration information and that it is your responsibility to update Wastebuster of any changes to that information (including your email address) by emailing contact_us@jointhepod.org. The provision of inaccurate or incomplete information may affect your use of and the effectiveness of the Product and associated services.

1.3 Each registration is for a single user. Each user is required to assign themselves to a school, educational establishment, community group, local authority by selecting the appropriate establishment during the registration process. If you are a teacher, school governor, community group leader, home educator, Wastebuster employee or other education professional (a "Teaching User") then on registration, you will be asked to set up a password ("ID"). You must not pass these details to anyone else. Pupils and other users who are not Teaching Users ("Non-Teaching Users") will also be asked to register accounts, they must have their own username and class code. Non-Teaching Users will not be able to register without a class code from a Teaching User who is registered for the school with which the Non-Teaching User wishes to be registered. As a Teaching User you are responsible for all use of the Product by Non-Teaching Users to whom you give a class code, and for preventing unauthorised use of your ID. You must ensure that your Users comply with the terms of this Agreement and all terms of use applicable to the Site and comply with the terms of service of any other products or services which you use with the Product. By joining the Pod and giving us your email address, you are agreeing to the Pod contacting you about the Pod and related campaigns. You can manage your communications from us at any time. If you wish to stop receiving these emails, please email us at contact_us@jointhepod.org and we will unsubscribe you.

1.4 If you believe there has been any breach of security such as the disclosure, theft or unauthorised use of your ID, you must notify Wastebuster immediately by emailing contact_us@jointhepod.org

1.5 If Wastebuster reasonably believes that your ID is being used in any way which is not permitted by these terms, Wastebuster reserves the right to cancel access rights immediately and to block access from your ID. If Wastebuster cancels your access rights and/or blocks your ID then it will inform you of the same.

2. Limited Rights to Use Content

2.1 All material within the Product ("Content") belongs to Wastebuster or its licensors including all of Wastebuster’s and its licensor’s intellectual property rights. No rights are granted to you hereunder other than as expressly set forth herein. Subject to clause 2.2, you and your Users may retrieve and display the Content on a computer screen, print individual pages on paper, use the Content for lesson planning and store such pages in electronic form on disk and on your internal server (but not on any other server or other storage device connected to an external network unless Wastebuster has given you prior consent to do so) for your internal educational non-commercial purposes for the duration of your registration or until such time as we choose to amend or close the Site or end the Product (which we may do at any time at our discretion).

2.2 Most of the Content in the Product is owned by Wastebuster but certain content may be used under licence from third parties ("Third Party Content") and will be marked with the copyright notice of those third parties. Some of the Third Party Content will be subject to additional restrictions. You are responsible for ensuring that your Users comply with such restrictions. If you are unsure as to whether you are permitted to use a piece of Third Party Content for a particular purpose then please contact us by emailing contact_us@jointhepod.org

2.3 Except as set out in this clause 2, you and your Users may not (without prior written permission from Wastebuster):

2.3.1 Redistribute any of the Content (including by using it as part of any library, archive or similar Product);

2.3.2 Remove the copyright or trade mark notice from any copies of Content made under this Agreement;

2.3.3 Create a database in electronic or structured manual form by systematically downloading and storing all or any of the Content;

2.3.4 Make available or use the Product or Content for the benefit of anyone else;

2.3.5 Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the Product;

2.3.6 Attempt to gain unauthorised access to the Product or any Content;

2.3.7 Access the Product to build a competitive product; and

2.3.8 Except as expressly set out above, modify, reproduce or in any way commercially exploit any of the Content.

2.4 You and your Users acknowledge that the names, images and logos identifying "The Pod" and "Wastebuster" and third parties and their products and Products are the intellectual property, and are subject to the design and copy rights, of Wastebuster and/or such third parties. You may not use them without the prior written consent of Wastebuster.

2.5 You and your Users grant to us and our affiliates a worldwide, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free license to use and incorporate into the Product and Content any suggestion, enhancement request, recommendation, correction or other feedback provided by you or users relating to the operation of the Product.

3. Participation

3.1 The Product may include bulletin boards, discussion groups, forums and other public areas that allow feedback to Wastebuster and interaction between users. The opinions, advice and statements contained in messages posted within the Product ("Messages") are those of the Users and not Wastebuster. Where Users can post messages there will be a hyperlink to these terms, and/or any other terms which help control the content which we introduce. Intellectual property rights (including copyright) in any software that is made available for download for the participation in the Product ("Software") belongs to Wastebuster or its suppliers. Your use of the Software will be governed by the terms of any licence agreement that may accompany or be included with the Software. Certain promotions within the Product may also be subject to particular terms which will be made available by hyperlink. You will be responsible for ensuring that Users comply with all such terms referred to in this clause 3.1.

4. Submitting Material

4.1 Where you are invited to submit any contribution to the Product (including any text, photographs, graphics, video or audio) you will be asked to confirm that this content can be viewed by all site visitors. If you agree, by submitting your contribution, to grant Wastebuster a perpetual, royalty-free, non-exclusive, sub-licensable right to use, reproduce, modify and distribute your contribution worldwide in any media. If you do not want to grant Wastebuster the rights set out above, please do not up load your contribution to the Product.

4.2 Material submitted must not:

4.2.1 Contain material that violates or infringes another’s rights, including but not limited to privacy, publicity or intellectual property rights, or that constitutes copyright infringement;

4.2.2 Disparage Wastebuster or any other person or party affiliated with the Product;

4.2.3 Contain material that is inappropriate, indecent, obscene, hateful, tortious, defamatory, slanderous or libellous;

4.2.4 Contain material that promotes bigotry, racism, hatred or harm against any group or individual or promotes discrimination based on race, gender, religion, nationality, disability, sexual orientation or age; and

4.2.5 Contain material that is unlawful, in violation of or contrary to any applicable laws or regulations.

4.3 Involvement of Children in your User Generated Content ("UGC")

Children can be involved in UGC in a number of ways and you as the producer of the UGC must have due regard to their welfare at all times. Particular care should be taken to avoid causing any distress or alarm to any children involved in your UGC.

You must consider carefully the impact of the UGC on the child involved - both in the way it is made, and any possible impact it may have when made available to the public. This is regardless of obtaining parental consent.

You should consider the nature of the internet in respect of your UGC. In particular you should remember that:

(i) Your UGC may be copied onto other computers or software;

(ii) www.jointhepod.org may be linked by various electronic means to numerous other websites around the world;

(iii) There is no way of monitoring or controlling the numerous websites on which your UGC may appear;

(iv) Your UGC can be copied or transmitted electronically to anywhere in the world; and

(v) Even if you withdraw your UGC it may still be accessible via the internet through other means

4.4 Child Protection

The protection of children is of paramount importance to Wastebuster. When producing UGC, obtain parental consent for ALL children. It is your responsibility to obtain the signed consent of the parent or guardian of any children featured or taking part in your UGC. Consent must be obtained prior to the inclusion of any child and you must keep a copy of the signed consent. You must obtain consent from the child as well as the parent. It is your responsibility to obtain consent from the child and the child's refusal to take part should not be overridden in any circumstances. Throughout the process of making your UGC you should always check that a child remains willing to participate. You must ensure that consent is informed. This will involve your explaining to the child and the child's parent why the UGC is being created, and bringing points (i) to (v) of Clause 4.2 to their attention prior to their consents being granted.

When obtaining consent from children and parents or guardians it is your responsibility to ensure they have fully understood what they are giving consent to. Do not assume that the child, parent or guardian will fully appreciate the consequences of giving consent. You must make it clear to them: the nature of the UGC, its purpose, where it is likely to be used or distributed and how long for what kind of contribution theirs will be, for example, live, pre-recorded, interview, discussion, edited, quote etc., whether the UGC will be edited. You are reminded of the rights granted to us in respect of your UGC under clause 4.1 of these terms, and you should bring these to the attention of the child and its parents prior to their consents being granted.

4.5 Children at Risk

In every school there will almost certainly be children at risk. Children at risk include children and their families who are in hiding, under police protection, whose lives may be at threat, children in the care of social services, children involved in active legal proceedings, or any other children whose personal or family health, safety, privacy or welfare could be adversely affected by their inclusion in any UGC. It is your responsibility to identify who and where these children are. Any pupil who, or whose family, may be adversely affected by being seen or identified or referred to must be completely excluded and must not take part in any UGC you submit. It is your responsibility to ensure this. When filming anywhere in a school you must ensure that any at risk pupils have been excluded from filming or have been absented from class. Also check the classroom for any means or evidence of identifying them, e.g. pupil names on white board, wall mounted class work, art pieces, behaviour charts, etc.

4.6 Child Identification and Anonymity

No child, (not just those at risk), should be identified by both first (christian) and second (family) names in any way (whether on screen, in audio, in writing or otherwise). This applies to names spoken in shot and names heard out of shot. This combination of the full name, with the name of the school, might make a pupil vulnerable to an adult wishing to claim acquaintance with him or her. Beware of giving away a child's identity via a "jigsaw" effect of information in the UGC.

4.7 Indecent Images of Children

In the UK it is a serious offence under the Protection of Children Act 1978 for a person to take, or permit to be taken, any indecent photograph of a child, to distribute or show such indecent photographs, to have in his possession such indecent photographs, with a view to their being distributed or shown by himself or others. What is 'indecent' is a matter for the Court. Nudity is not required to find a photo of a child to be indecent. Particular consideration should be given to whether any UGC showing children in states of undress or in particular attire or poses could be interpreted as 'indecent', for example, in PE and drama classes. If in any doubt do not include it in the UGC. Publication of an indecent picture of a child under 16 is an offence under the Protection of Children Act 1978. You are responsible for ensuring that no indecent images of children are included in any UGC you submit.

4.8 Use of Third Party Intellectual Property in UGC

You are responsible for ensuring that UGC you submit is not subject to the intellectual property rights (including, without limitation, copy and design rights) of any third party, or, if it is, that you have obtained all necessary rights from any such third party to permit you and Wastebuster to use that intellectual property for all purposes. You agree to fully indemnify Wastebuster against all costs, damages, expenses and/or losses which it incurs as a result of any claim or potential claim being brought against Wastebuster by a third party which is based on any infringement or alleged infringement of its intellectual property rights.

4.9 Confidentiality and Data Protection

4.9.1 You are responsible for ensuring that your submission of UGC, and Wastebuster's use of your UGC in relation to the Product, does not breach any third party's rights under the Data Protection Act 1998 (as may be amended from time to time) and/or any similar and/or related successor legislation or regulation including (without limitation) any which may arise from REGULATION (EU) 2016/679 applicable to the jurisdiction of England and Wales, nor breach any obligations of confidentiality owed to any third party, and you agree to fully indemnify Wastebuster against all costs, damages, expenses and/or losses which it incurs as a result of any claim or potential claim being brought against Wastebuster by a third party which is based on such a breach.

4.9.2 Wastebuster will use the personal information you provide to us:

4.9.2.1 To supply the Product to you;

4.9.2.2 To process your registration for the Products; and

4.9.2.3 If you agreed to this, to give you information about our products, but you may stop receiving this at any time by contacting us.

5. Warranties and Indemnities

5.1 Wastebuster will use its reasonable skill in making the Product available to you. However, because of the number of sources from which Wastebuster obtains the Content and because of the nature of the Internet and computer software and hardware, errors and omissions may occur and Wastebuster does not give any warranties in respect of the Product. In particular, you should not take the accuracy of the information for granted and Wastebuster makes no warranty that the Product is free from infection by viruses or anything else that has contaminating or destructive properties. All implied warranties are excluded from this Agreement to the extent that they may be excluded as a matter of law.

5.2 You shall indemnify, defend and hold Wastebuster, its agents, affiliates, and licensors harmless from any claim, costs, losses, damages, liabilities, judgments and expenses (including legal costs), arising out of or in connection with any claim, action or proceeding (any and all of which are "Claims") arising out of your use of the Product in any manner that breaches these Terms, the Privacy Policy and/or the Blog and Gallery Posting Rules or otherwise arising out of content contributed by you and not by Wastebuster.

6. Limitation of Liability

6.1 Wastebuster will not be liable for any loss you suffer as a result of a breach of these Terms or unavailability of the Product. Wastebuster will not be responsible for indirect or consequential losses which are incurred as a result of any breach (such as, without limitation, loss of profits or loss of data).

6.2 Notwithstanding the above provisions of this clause 6, Wastebuster's liability will not be limited in the case of death or personal injury directly caused by Wastebuster's negligence.

7. Privacy Policy

7.1 The information that you provide about yourself to Wastebuster will only be used by Wastebuster in accordance with its Privacy Policy. Please read the Privacy Policy carefully and if you have any questions please email contact_us@jointhepod.org.

8. Changes

8.1 Wastebuster is continually seeking to improve the Product. Wastebuster reserves the right, at its discretion, to make changes to any part of the Product provided that it does not materially reduce the content or functionality of the relevant Product.

8.2 Wastebuster reserves the right to change these Terms, the Privacy Policy, the Blog and Gallery Posting Rules, or any other relevant materials, and/or introduce new rules or terms and conditions for any element of the Product at any time. Unless such changes are minor, the changes will be posted on the terms and conditions page of the Product not less than seven days prior to their having effect.

8.3 Your continued use of the Product after the date on which any change or addition to the Product or the Terms, Privacy Policy, Blog and Gallery Posting Rules or any other change or addition is made shall signify your acceptance of any changes or additions made under Clauses 8.1 and/or 8.2 above.

9. Links

9.1 The Product contains links to other websites and resources, either directly or through frames and, where possible, Wastebuster will make clear where such links are being made. Independent third parties provide these sites and Wastebuster is not responsible and shall not be liable for the availability or content of these outside resources.

10. Blogs and Images

10.1 Only teachers and education professionals may post content for inclusion in the "blogs" and the "galleries" sections of the Product (such content being referred to as "Blogs" and "Images" respectively). The posting of all Blogs and Images is subject to the Blog and Gallery Posting Rules shown below these terms.

11. General

11.1 You may not transfer any of your rights under these terms to any other person. Wastebuster may assign, novate or otherwise transfer its rights and/or obligations under these terms at any time without notice.

11.2 If any provision of these terms is found to be invalid by any court having competent jurisdiction, the invalidity of that provision will not affect the validity of the remaining provisions of these terms, which shall remain in full force and effect.

11.3 If you breach these terms and Wastebuster chooses to not to promptly enforce these terms or seek any remedy under the same, Wastebuster will still be entitled to use its rights and remedies at a later date or in any other situation where you breach this Agreement.

11.4 These terms are only enforceable by you and by Wastebuster, no third party shall be entitled to enforce these terms.

11.5 We will try to solve any disagreements quickly and efficiently. If you are not happy with the way we deal with any disagreement and you want to take court proceedings, you must do so under English law within the United Kingdom

11.6 Headings in these terms are for convenience only and will have no legal meaning or effect.

11.7 These terms are governed by the law of England and Wales and the parties submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts.

Every effort has been made to establish copyright in the material in this Product. If there are any anomalies, please email ianm@wastebuster.co.uk.

12. Blog Posting Rules

12.1 By posting and/or approving content (including, without limitation, Blogs and Images) for inclusion within this section of the Pod Website you agree that:

12.2 You are a teacher or other education professional and are responsible for supervising the pupils whose Blogs and/or Images you post/approve.

12.3 The Blogs and/or Images you post/approve have not been created by any person other than you or a pupil who you supervise.

12.4 You will fully review each Blog and each Image you post/approve prior to doing the same, and you confirm that each such Blog and/or Image:

(i) Does not contain any content or language which may reasonably be considered unlawful, immoral or indecent, dishonest, offensive, derogatory or defamatory by any other users of the Pod website (such other users including (without limitation) other education professionals, other pupils (both from your school and other schools) of varying ages, and members of the general public);

(ii) Does not contain any content which is subject to any third party intellectual property rights (for example, any trademarks or trade names) unless you have obtained all necessary consents from the relevant third party in order to include the same within the Blog and/or Image. All such consents must be obtained in writing from the relevant third party and evidence of such consents must be provided to Wastebuster upon request. You should therefore keep a copy of all such consents. Please be aware that third party intellectual property rights include copyrights;

(iii) Does not contain any viruses or other malicious computer programming routines;

(iv) Does not include any links to any other websites;

(v) Does not contain any content which is not relevant to the Pod, Wastebuster, any Friend of the Pod or other associated organisation, or any programmes, schemes or promotions which may be carried out by any of the same, or activities carried out by your school which are aimed at promoting energy efficiency, environmental protection, or other similar goals;

(vi) Does not include any information which can be used to identify or contact you, any pupil, or any other individual, or any other personal data. For example, Blogs may refer to yourself or any pupil by their Pod nickname, but neither Blogs nor Images may include real names, addresses, telephone numbers, email addresses or any combination of information which, when taken together (across one or more Blogs and/or Images) could be used to contact or identify a specific individual.

(vii) Does not include any other content which could be used for unlawful or immoral purposes. For example, you must not include any bank details, passwords or codes, personal information, etc.

12.5 You are able to grant, and hereby grant, Wastebuster an irrevocable, perpetual, sub-licensable, royalty free licence to use all Blogs and all Images for any lawful purposes whatsoever.

12.6 You will exercise due care and skill in reviewing all Blogs and Images to ensure that all Blogs and Images are accurate, relevant and appropriate for posting, and will not post or approve any Blog or Image which you do not consider to be accurate, relevant or appropriate.

12.7 You acknowledge that as an education professional you owe a duty of care to your pupils and will act at all times in a manner which is consistent with this duty of care when posting/approving Blogs and/or Images.

12.8 You will not post or approve any Blog or Image other than in full compliance with these rules

Thank you for visiting the Pod website ('the Website').

The terms above apply to your use of the Website. Please check back regularly to see if there have been any changes. By using the Website you acknowledge and agree that:

Although due care has been taken in compiling the contents of this Website, Wastebuster accepts no liability in respect of any errors, omission or inaccuracies contained or referred to in it. Wastebuster provides content on the Website in good faith but no warranty or representation is given that the content is accurate, complete or up to date. Use of content on the Website is at your own risk. While Wastebuster takes reasonable precautions to prevent computer viruses and other malicious programs on the Website, no liability is accepted for them.
intellectual property rights in the content of this Website are owned by Wastebuster and its licensors including all of Wastebuster’s and its licensor’s intellectual property rights. No rights are granted to you hereunder other than as expressly set forth herein. You are permitted to download and print content from the Website solely for your own internal teaching purposes and/or personal use. The Website content must not be copied or reproduced, used or otherwise dealt with for any other reason. You are not entitled to modify or redistribute the content of this Website or link, frame or deep-link it on any other website without the express written permission of Wastebuster.
Trade marks, logos and brand names shown on the Website are owned by Wastebuster or its licensors. No rights are granted to use any of them without the prior written permission of the owners.
Information transmitted via this Website will pass over public telecommunications networks which are inherently insecure. Wastebuster makes no representation or warranty that the operation of this Website will be uninterrupted or error-free and disclaims all liability in respect of it.
This Website contains links to other websites. Wastebuster accepts no responsibility or liability for any material supplied by or contained on any third party website which is linked from or to this Website, or any use of personal data by such third party.

Cookies

This page contains information on what 'cookies' are, how to switch cookies off in your browser and some useful links for further reading on the subject.

What are 'cookies'?

'Cookies' are small text files that are stored by the browser (e.g. Internet Explorer or Safari) on your computer or mobile phone. They allow websites to store such things as user preferences. You can think of cookies as providing a "memory" for the website, enabling it to recognise a user and respond appropriately.

How does Join the Pod use cookies?

A visit to a page on www.jointhepod.org may generate the following types of cookie:

Site performance cookies
Anonymous analytics cookies
Geotargetting cookies - These cookies are used by software which tries to work out what country you are in from information supplied by your browser when it requests a web page. This cookie is completely anonymous, and is only used to help target content.
Registration cookies - When you register with the Join the Pod, we generate cookies that signal whether you are signed in or not. Our servers use these cookies to work out which account you are signed in with, and if you are allowed access to a particular service. It also allows us to associate any comments you post with your account. While you are signed into either of the sites, we combine information from your registration cookies with analytics cookies, which we could use to identify which pages you have seen on The Pod as an individual.
Site performance cookies - This type of cookie remembers your preferences for tools found on Join the Pod, so you don't have to re-set them each time you visit. Examples include, volume settings for our video player, whether you see the latest or the oldest article comments first and video streaming speeds that are compatible with your browser.
Anonymous analytics cookies - Every time a user visits our website, web analytics software provided by a third party generates an anonymous analytics cookie. These cookies can tell us whether or not you have visited the site before. Your browser will tell us if you have these cookies, and if you don't, we generate new ones. This allows us to track how many individual unique users we have, what they do on the site, and how often they visit the site. These analytics are used for statistical purposes only. If you are logged in, we will also know the details you gave to us for this, such as email address.

How do I turn cookies off?R2R

It is usually possible to stop your browser accepting cookies, or to stop it accepting cookies from a particular website. For example, we cannot tell if you are signed in without using cookies, so you would not be able to post comments. All modern browsers allow you to change your cookie settings. These settings will typically be found in the 'options' or 'preferences' menu of your browser.

Recycle to Read Batteries (“R2R Batteries”)

1. PARTICIPATION

1.1 Nursery, primary and junior schools in mainland England (including the Isle of Wight) Wales and Scotland registered with the Pod can take part in R2R Batteries for book voucher code prizes. Secondary schools in mainland England (including the Isle of Wight) Wales and Scotland registered with the Pod can take part in R2R Batteries and win cash equivalents of the book voucher code prizes. All schools registered with the Pod can access the Recycle to Read education resources.

1.2 R2R Batteries is free for schools to participate in.

1.3 R2R Batteries runs throughout the English academic year 2025-2026.

1.4 We can only accept:

AAA, AA, C, D, 9V and 6V Batteries
Mobile Phone Batteries
Laptop Batteries
Power Tool Batteries

All lithium (Li) and button batteries should have tape covering their connectors. Button batteries can be placed in a line between two sections of sticky tape.

1.5 We cannot accept;

Car Batteries
Industrial Batteries
Batteries with connecting wires (unless taped to the side of the battery)
Packaging or other waste and recycling

1.6 Schools can request a collection for a full battery box (12kg+) by contacting our battery collection partners: Valpak (https://www.valpak.co.uk/) either by calling 0161 989 9636 or email your details to valpak@pbrl.co.uk. Collections will be made from the school reception during school opening hours within 10 working days without further notice, please ensure your box is accessible at all times after requesting a collection. Your battery collection box will be emptied for reuse, please do not tape/seal your box. For any issues arising from collections, schools must speak to the collection partner handling their booking.

1.7 Although risks associated with hosting household battery collection points are considered to be low, it is advised that all battery collection points inform their insurers of the collection system, providing risk assessments. Further guidance on safe collection and storage can be found here: Valpak Battery Collections Guide. Guidance on child health and safety considerations can be found here: Valpak Child Heath and Safety Guide. Valpak’s batteries collection service disclaimer can be found here: Valpak Household Batteries Collection Service Disclaimer.

1.8 It is recommended that a risk assessment is undertaken to ensure any batteries collections activity in school is carried out responsibly with H&S considerations. Wastebuster shall not be liable to any registered school, under or in connection with the Recycle to Read campaign, howsoever arising under or in connection with these terms and conditions of the, whether in tort (including negligence), breach of statutory duty or otherwise, for any indirect or consequential loss or damage of any kind as a result of participation in the collections.

2. VOUCHER AND DISCOUNT CODES

2.1 All participants in the R2R Batteries are able to receive a discount code for 20% off the Harper Collins Recycle to Read book catalogue. This code will be sent to the email address used to register for recycling or rehoming, or in the case of schools, the email address used when registering to take part in R2R Batteries.

2.2 Book voucher codes with differing values are given as prizes (see clauses; 3 and 4 for competition details) that can be spent on all books in the Harper Collins Recycle to Read book catalogue.

2.3 Book voucher codes are issued in increments of £5 (£5, 10, 15, 20, 25 etc.) up to £100, after which codes are issued in multiples of £100 (£100, 200, 300 etc.). The minimum voucher value is £5.

2.4 Schools wishing to buy books from the Harper Collins Recycle to Read book catalogue using their book voucher codes must follow the on-screen instructions on www.Collins.co.uk/recycletoread.

2.5 Book voucher codes include free postage and packaging (worth £2.95) which is deducted for each order placed using a book voucher code.

2.6 Only one book voucher code can be used in each book order transaction.

2.7 Book voucher codes can only be redeemed once.

2.8 If the cost of the book(s) being purchased using the book voucher code is greater than the value of the book voucher code, it is possible to use other payment methods to cover the remaining cost. The value of the book voucher code is applied to the total order value.

2.9 If the value of the book voucher code is higher than the cost of the book(s) in the transaction, the remaining value of the book voucher code will be lost. No form of credit can be given for any unspent book voucher code value.

2.10 Book voucher codes only have a credit value in the Harper Collins Recycle to Read book catalogue and cannot be exchanged for cash or otherwise.

2.11 Wastebuster cannot be held responsible for reissuing or refunding the value of book voucher codes that have been lost or redeemed without the consent of the school such book voucher code(s) were issued to.

2.12 Book voucher codes issued as part of R2R Batteries in the academic year 2025-26 expire on 31 July 2027 unless a different date is provided at the time of issue or through notification.

3. R2R Batteries: Schools Prize Draw

3.1 Schools that have registered for R2R Batteries for free via the Pod (https://jointhepod.org/batteries) will automatically be entered into prize draws allowing them to win book voucher codes.

3.2 Eligibility

The competition is open to schools participating in R2R Batteries

3.3 Prizes

3.3.1 All eligible schools registered for R2R Batteries for free via the Pod (https://jointhepod.org/batteries) will receive a discount code for 20% off of the Harper Collins Recycle to Read book catalogue which will be distributed using the email address given when registering.

3.3.2 Nine winning schools will each win a book £100 voucher code, secondary school winners will receive the cash equivalent of £100.

3.3.3 See section 2. Voucher and discount codes for more details about voucher codes.

3.4 Terms

3.4.1 Prize draws will take place on the first business day of the month from November 2025 – July 2026 with winners being notified within 5 working days (by email to the contact’s email registered for R2R Batteries

3.4.2 No cash value or alternative prize is available.

3.4.3 No entrant may win a prize more than once throughout the duration of the prize draw.

3.4.4 The prizes and terms of the prize draw are subject to change without notice and are subject to availability.

3.4.5 Wastebuster reserves the right to provide substitute prizes.

3.4.6 Wastebuster reserves the right to change or cancel the prize draw at any stage and without prior notice.

3.4.7 If you have any questions or concerns, please email info@recycletoread.org.

3.4.8 The prize draw will run from 9 September 2025 and entry into the final prize draw will close at midday (GMT) on 30 June 2026.

3.4.9 Where these Terms and Conditions contain links to other sites and resources provided by third parties, these links are provided for information only. Such links should not be interpreted as approval by Wastebuster of those linked websites or information that may be obtained from them. Wastebuster has no control over the contents of those sites or resources.

3.4.10 Wastebuster does not exclude or limit in any way its liability where it would be unlawful to do so. This includes liability for death or personal injury caused by the negligence of Wastebuster, its employees, agents or subcontractors and for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation. Wastebuster, its employees, officers and agents will not otherwise be liable to compensate the prize winners or accept any liability for any loss or damage occurring as a result of the competition.

3.4.11 These terms and governed by English law and any dispute arising out of or in connection with these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

3.5 How we will use your information

3.5.1 By accepting the prize in this competition schools agree to have their school named and promoted as a winner in any communications by Wastebuster/ the Pod and Partners.

3.5.2 Winning schools also agree to provide a quote about their prize, that can be used in Wastebuster and Pod promotions.

3.5.5 Our use and processing of any personal information collected in the context of the Recycle to Read programme shall be in accordance with our Privacy.

3.5.6 Other than as set out in these terms and conditions, in our Privacy or otherwise permitted by law, we will not share your personal information with any other organisations for marketing, market research or commercial purposes, nor will we pass on your details to other websites.

3.6 Promoters and partners

3.6.1 The promoter is Wastebuster CIC (company number: 05883640) (“Wastebuster”) whose registered address is at: The Bothy, Albury Park, Albury, Guildford, Surrey. GU5 9BH (https://www.wastebuster.co.uk/)

3.6.2 Wastebuster owns The Pod (https://www.jointhepod.org/).

3.6.3 R2R Batteries partners are Valpak.

4 R2R Batteries: First 100 schools

4.1 Schools that have registered for R2R Batteries for free via the Pod (https://jointhepod.org/batteries) will automatically be entered into prize draws allowing them to win book voucher codes.

4.2 Eligibility

The competition is open to schools participating in R2R Batteries

4.3 Prizes

4.3.1 All eligible schools registered for R2R Batteries for free via the Pod (https://jointhepod.org/batteries) will receive a discount code for 20% off of the Harper Collins Recycle to Read book catalogue which will be distributed using the email address given when registering.

4.3.2 The first 100 schools returning a full battery box (12kg+) will each win a £30 book voucher code, secondary school winners will receive the cash equivalent of £30.

4.3.3 See section 2. Voucher and discount codes for more details about voucher codes.

4.4 Terms

4.4.1 No cash value or alternative prize is available.

4.4.2 No entrant may win a prize more than once throughout the duration of the prize draw.

4.4.3 The prizes and terms of the prize draw are subject to change without notice and are subject to availability.

4.4.4 Wastebuster reserves the right to provide substitute prizes.

4.4.5 Wastebuster reserves the right to change or cancel the prize draw at any stage and without prior notice.

4.4.6 If you have any questions or concerns, please email info@recycletoread.org.

4.4.7 The competition will run from 9 September 2025 and will close at midday (GMT) on 30 June 2026.

4.4.8 Where these Terms and Conditions contain links to other sites and resources provided by third parties, these links are provided for information only. Such links should not be interpreted as approval by Wastebuster of those linked websites or information that may be obtained from them. Wastebuster has no control over the contents of those sites or resources.

4.4.9 Wastebuster does not exclude or limit in any way its liability where it would be unlawful to do so. This includes liability for death or personal injury caused by the negligence of Wastebuster, its employees, agents or subcontractors and for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation. Wastebuster, its employees, officers and agents will not otherwise be liable to compensate the prize winners or accept any liability for any loss or damage occurring as a result of the competition.

4.4.10 These terms and governed by English law and any dispute arising out of or in connection with these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

4.5 How we will use your information

The terms in paragraph 3.5 above shall apply equally to the School Prize Draw.

4.6 Promoters and partners

4.6.1 The promoter is Wastebuster CIC (company number: 05883640) (“Wastebuster”) whose registered address is at: The Bothy, Albury Park, Albury, Guildford, Surrey. GU5 9BH (https://www.wastebuster.co.uk/)

4.6.2 Wastebuster owns The Pod (https://www.jointhepod.org/).

4.6.3 R2R Batteries partners are Valpak

5 R2R Batteries: Individuals Prize Draw

5.1 Pupils who have brought in batteries to schools that have registered for R2R Batteries for free via the Pod (https://jointhepod.org/batteries) will automatically be entered into prize draws allowing them to win book voucher codes.

5.2 Eligibility

The competition is open to pupils who have brought in batteries to schools participating in R2R Batteries.

5.3 Terms

5.3.1 A parent/ carer must register the pupils participation in battery recycling at school by completing the online form on www.jointhepod.org/win.

5.3.2 Prize draws will take place on the first business day of the month from November 2025 – July 2026 with winners being notified within 5 working days (by email to the contact’s email given on the online form on www.jointhepod.org/win.

5.3.3 The following prizes are available and will be selected at random for winners of the competition prize draw.

Recycled Plastic Headphones
Super Nature Lego
Smart Green Science Solar Robot
Recycled Material Backpack
Refillable Water Bottle

5.3.4 Images of prizes used in promotional materials are for illustrative purposes only. Wastebuster will make reasonable efforts to provide the prizes shown. However, where items are unavailable due to supplier stock limitations or other factors outside Wastebuster’s control, an alternative prize of equal or greater value may be substituted.

5.3.5 Wastebuster cannot be held responsible for delayed arrival due to third party/courier delivery services.

5.3.6 No cash value or alternative prize is available.

5.3.7 No entrant may win a prize more than once throughout the duration of the prize draw.

5.3.8 The prizes and terms of the prize draw are subject to change without notice and are subject to availability.

5.3.9 Wastebuster reserves the right to substitute any prize with an alternative of equal or greater value where necessary.

5.3.10 Wastebuster reserves the right to change or cancel the prize draw at any stage and without prior notice.

5.3.11 If you have any questions or concerns, please email info@recycletoread.org.

5.3.12 The prize draw will run from 9 September 2025 and entry into the final prize draw will close at midday (GMT) on 30 June 2026.

5.3.13 Where these Terms and Conditions contain links to other sites and resources provided by third parties, these links are provided for information only. Such links should not be interpreted as approval by Wastebuster of those linked websites or information that may be obtained from them. Wastebuster has no control over the contents of those sites or resources.

5.3.14 Wastebuster does not exclude or limit in any way its liability where it would be unlawful to do so. This includes liability for death or personal injury caused by the negligence of Wastebuster, its employees, agents or subcontractors and for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation. Wastebuster, its employees, officers and agents will not otherwise be liable to compensate the prize winners or accept any liability for any loss or damage occurring as a result of the competition.

5.3.15 These terms and governed by English law and any dispute arising out of or in connection with these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

5.4 How we will use your information

The terms in paragraph 3.5 above shall apply equally to the School Prize Draw.

5.5 Promoters and partners

5.5.1 The promoter is Wastebuster CIC (company number: 05883640) (“Wastebuster”) whose registered address is at: The Bothy, Albury Park, Albury, Guildford, Surrey. GU5 9BH (https://www.wastebuster.co.uk/)

5.5.2 Wastebuster owns The Pod (https://www.jointhepod.org/).

5.5.3 R2R Batteries partners are Valpak

6 GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

6.1 Wastebuster and the Pod reserves the right to change these terms and conditions at any time. All participating schools will be made aware of any changes via the contact email provided within 30 days after the change is made.

6.2 By participating in R2R Batteries, each school consents to being named as a participant in the campaign by Wastebuster. Wastebuster grants to each School a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use identified Recycle to Read campaign materials in connection with the participation of the school in the Recycle to Read campaign, which such license shall immediately terminate on the earlier of (i) cancellation or termination of the school’s participation in R2R Batteries campaign for any reason; and (ii) the end of R2R Batteries.

6.3 Wastebuster shall retain full control and ownership of all rights (of any kind) in relation to R2R Batteries, including but not limited to the right to amend or vary R2R Batteries in any way at any time.

6.4 Wastebuster shall retain full ownership and control of any and all intellectual property rights now in existence or created in the future in relation to the Recycle to Read campaign and/or Wastebuster.

6.5 Except in the case of fraud, Wastebuster will not be liable to any school for any loss or damage, whether in contract, tort (including negligence), breach of statutory duty, or otherwise, arising under or in connection with R2R Batteries or competitions and prize draws referred to in these Terms and Conditions. Wastebusters shall have no liability with respect to any Book voucher codes which are not redeemed for vouchers for any reason.

6.6 Wastebuster may terminate the Recycle to Read campaign on 90 days written notice to participating schools.

6.7 Schools shall be responsible for all costs and expenses incurred by the schools in relation to R2R Batteries, other than those costs and expenses which are specifically agreed to be borne by Wastebuster pursuant to these terms and conditions.

6.8 The participation of a school in R2R Batteries shall not constitute or be deemed to constitute a partnership, joint venture or other similar arrangement between the school and Wastebuster, and neither Wastebuster nor any school shall hold itself out as agent, partner, principal, employer or employee of the other.textiles

6.9 Wastebuster cannot be held responsible for any schools participating in R2R Batteries collections that fail to undertake appropriate risk assessments and health and safety checks to ensure all considerations have been made and appropriate insurances are in place. Public liability insurances are entirely the responsibility of the participating school.

6.10 These terms and conditions and the R2R Batteries shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any dispute arising out of, or in connection with, the subject matters of these terms and conditions shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

Recycle to Read Textiles (“R2R Textiles”)

1. PARTICIPATION

1.1 Nursery, primary and junior schools in mainland England (excluding schools based within the London low emission zone and including the Isle of Wight) Wales Northern Ireland and Scotland registered with the Pod can take part in R2R Textiles for book voucher code rewards. Secondary schools in mainland England (including the Isle of Wight) Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland registered with the Pod can take part in R2R Textiles for cash equivalents of the book voucher code rewards. All schools registered with the Pod can access the Recycle to Read education resources.

1.2 R2R Textiles is free for schools to participate in.

1.3 R2R Textiles runs throughout the English academic year 2024-2025.

1.4 We can only accept;

Wearable Clothing
Paired Shoes
Handbags
Belts
Duvet Covers
Pillowcases

1.5 We cannot accept;

Workwear
Uniforms (including school uniforms)
Wet/Soiled Clothes
Duvets
Pillows
Blankets
Table Cloths
Linens
Cushions
Carpets

1.6 Schools request to collect textiles by emailing collections@wastebuster.co.uk with their school’s name, address, contact name, contact email and telephone number and ‘Textiles Collection’ in the subject area. School collection request details must be sent to our collection partners: Nathans Wastesavers (https://www.nathanswastesavers.co.uk/). Collection partners will contact the requesting school to organise their collection. For any issues arising from collections, schools must speak to the collection partner handling their booking.

1.7 It is recommended that a risk assessment is undertaken to ensure any textiles collections activity in school is carried out responsibly with H&S considerations. Wastebuster shall not be liable to any registered school, under or in connection with the Recycle to Read campaign, howsoever arising under or in connection with these terms and conditions of the, whether in tort (including negligence), breach of statutory duty or otherwise, for any indirect or consequential loss or damage of any kind as a result of participation in the collections.

2. VOUCHER AND DISCOUNT CODES

2.1 All participants in the R2R Textiles are able to receive a discount code for 20% off the Harper Collins Recycle to Read book catalogue. This code will be sent to the email address used to register for recycling or rehoming, or in the case of schools, the email address used when registering to take part in R2R Textiles.

2.2 Book voucher codes with differing values are given as prizes (see clauses; 3 and 4 for competition details) that can be spent on all books in the Harper Collins Recycle to Read book catalogue.

2.4 Schools wishing to buy books from the Harper Collins Recycle to Read book catalogue using their book voucher codes must follow the on-screen instructions on www.Collins.co.uk/recycletoread.

2.5 Book voucher codes include free postage and packaging (worth £2.95) which is deducted for each order placed using a book voucher code.

2.6 Only one book voucher code can be used in each book order transaction.

2.7 Book voucher codes can only be redeemed once.

2.10 Book voucher codes only have a credit value in the Harper Collins Recycle to Read book catalogue and cannot be exchanged for cash or otherwise.

2.12 Book voucher codes issued as part of R2R Textiles in the academic year 2024-25 expire on 31 July 2026 unless a different date is provided at the time of issue or through notification.

3. R2R Textiles: Collections

3.1 Schools that have registered for R2R Textiles for free via the Pod (https://jointhepod.org/Textiles) will be able to request a textile collection by emailing collections@wastebuster.co.uk.

3.2 Rewards

3.3.1 £200 worth of book vouchers per tonne (20p per kilo).

3.3.2 An additional £2.95 is deducted per voucher issued to cover P&P for each order placed using a book voucher. For example, if a school has earned 12,500 Recycling Reward Points (£125) a minimum of 2 vouchers would be issued and 2x £2.95 removed (£5.90) leaving a total of £119.10. This will be rounded down to the nearest £5 (£115), Therefore, a £100 voucher and a £15 voucher will be issued.

3.3.3 Secondary schools will receive the cash equivalent.

3.4 Terms

3.4.1 No cash value or alternative prize is available.

3.4.2 If you have any questions or concerns, please email info@recycletoread.org.

3.4.3 Where these Terms and Conditions contain links to other sites and resources provided by third parties, these links are provided for information only. Such links should not be interpreted as approval by Wastebuster of those linked websites or information that may be obtained from them. Wastebuster has no control over the contents of those sites or resources.

3.4.4 Wastebuster does not exclude or limit in any way its liability where it would be unlawful to do so. This includes liability for death or personal injury caused by the negligence of Wastebuster, its employees, agents or subcontractors and for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation. Wastebuster, its employees, officers and agents will not otherwise be liable to compensate the prize winners or accept any liability for any loss or damage occurring as a result of the competition.

3.4.5 These terms and governed by English law and any dispute arising out of or in connection with these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

3.5 How we will use your information

3.5.1 By accepting the Rewards, schools agree to have their school named and promoted as a participant in any communications by Wastebuster/ the Pod and Partners.

3.5.2 Our use and processing of any personal information collected in the context of the Recycle to Read programme shall be in accordance with our Privacy.

3.5.3 Other than as set out in these terms and conditions, in our Privacy or otherwise permitted by law, we will not share your personal information with any other organisations for marketing, market research or commercial purposes, nor will we pass on your details to other websites.

3.6 Promoters and partners

3.6.2 Wastebuster owns The Pod (https://www.jointhepod.org/).

3.6.3 R2R Textiles partners are Nathans Wastesavers (https://www.nathanswastesavers.co.uk/).

4 GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

4.1 Wastebuster and the Pod reserves the right to change these terms and conditions at any time. All participating schools will be made aware of any changes via the contact email provided within 30 days after the change is made.

4.2 By participating in R2R Textiles, each school consents to being named as a participant in the campaign by Wastebuster. Wastebuster grants to each School a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use identified Recycle to Read campaign materials in connection with the participation of the school in the Recycle to Read campaign, which such license shall immediately terminate on the earlier of (i) cancellation or termination of the school’s participation in R2R Textiles campaign for any reason; and (ii) the end of R2R Textiles.

4.3 Wastebuster shall retain full control and ownership of all rights (of any kind) in relation to R2R Textiles, including but not limited to the right to amend or vary R2R Textiles in any way at any time.

4.4 Wastebuster shall retain full ownership and control of any and all intellectual property rights now in existence or created in the future in relation to the Recycle to Read campaign and/or Wastebuster.

4.5 Except in the case of fraud, Wastebuster will not be liable to any school for any loss or damage, whether in contract, tort (including negligence), breach of statutory duty, or otherwise, arising under or in connection with R2R Textiles or competitions and prize draws referred to in these Terms and Conditions. Wastebusters shall have no liability with respect to any Book voucher codes which are not redeemed for vouchers for any reason.

4.6 Wastebuster may terminate the Recycle to Read campaign on 90 days written notice to participating schools.

4.7 Schools shall be responsible for all costs and expenses incurred by the schools in relation to R2R Textiles, other than those costs and expenses which are specifically agreed to be borne by Wastebuster pursuant to these terms and conditions.

4.8 The participation of a school in R2R Textiles shall not constitute or be deemed to constitute a partnership, joint venture or other similar arrangement between the school and Wastebuster, and neither Wastebuster nor any school shall hold itself out as agent, partner, principal, employer or employee of the other.

4.9 Wastebuster cannot be held responsible for any schools participating in R2R Textiles collections that fail to undertake appropriate risk assessments and health and safety checks to ensure all considerations have been made and appropriate insurances are in place. Public liability insurances are entirely the responsibility of the participating school.

4.10 These terms and conditions and the R2R Textiles shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any dispute arising out of, or in connection with, the subject matters of these terms and conditions shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

Recycle to Read Toys Campaign 2025-26

Terms and Conditions

Definitions

"the Campaign" Refers to the Recycle to Read Toys Campaign 2025-26, a nationwide toy recycling initiative delivered by Wastebuster) in association with Products of Change in collaboration with its partners, with the support of its members.
"Eligible School" Any school located in mainland England, Scotland, Wales, or Northern Ireland with pupils aged 2 to 11 years that meets the participation criteria for the Campaign.
"Participating School" An Eligible School that has registered to take part in the Recycle to Read Toys Campaign 2025-26 via The Pod and is actively taking part in the Campaign.
"The Pod" Wastebuster’s free environmental education and campaign platform used for school registration and accessing Campaign resources (The Pod).
"Planet Care Points" Points awarded for each registered recycling visit. Each individual recycling visit earns one point (regardless of the number of toys recycled) that is allocated to a nominated Participating School. These points determine a school’s ranking on the School Leaderboard and its eligibility for prizes.
"Book Voucher Code" A code issued as a reward or prize during the Campaign. Each voucher holds a credit redeemable exclusively for books from the Collins Recycle to Read book catalogue.
"Discount Code" A code provided to enable schools to purchase books at a discounted price from the Collins Recycle to Read book catalogue, subject to on-screen instructions. Users should also refer to the FAQs on the catalogue page for usage details.
"School Leaderboard" A ranking system displayed on the Campaign website that lists Participating Schools in order of the total Planet Care Points they have earned (Leaderboard).
"Community Champion" A Tesco employee nominated for exceptional initiative in promoting the Campaign to colleagues and/or the local community, and who is eligible for entry into the Community Champions Competition.
"Toy Rehoming Event" An event organised by a Participating School to rehome (pass on) toys in good condition. Schools hosting such events may claim an additional 50 bonus Planet Care Points (subject to verification) by submitting a photo and event details (including date, description, school name, and postcode) to info@recycletoread.org. All toy rehoming events must be conducted in accordance with the British Toy and Hobbycraft Association (BTHA) guidelines for safe toy rehoming.
"Promoter" Wastebuster CIC (company number: 05883640), whose registered address is The Bothy, Albury Park, Albury, Guildford, Surrey, GU5 9BH.
"Campaign Partners" The Campaign Partners are: Wastebuster, Products of Change, Tesco PLC, Mattel, Operational Partners and Members of Recycle to Read.

Participation

2.1 Eligibility

The Campaign is open to Eligible Schools and to private individuals recycling their own broken hard plastic toys on behalf of a school. Businesses, retailers, manufacturers, or other non-household entities are not permitted to use this service.

2.2 Registration

Schools: To participate, an Eligible School must register for a free account on The Pod if they do not already have an account, and then sign up for the Recycle to Read Toys Campaign. Only registered (Participating) Schools are eligible to receive Planet Care Points and redeem book rewards.
Individuals: Private individuals may support a Participating School by scanning the QR code on a Recycle to Read collection unit and registering their recycling visit by completing the form on the Get Points page on the Campaign website.

2.3 Recycling Process and Toy Acceptance Accepted Items

Only small, broken, hard plastic toys are accepted for recycling. Toys must be clean, dry, and not enclosed in plastic bags. Toys may include minor parts made from materials such as metal, rubber, or synthetic hair.

Excluded Items The Campaign does NOT accept:

Toys with batteries or electronic/electrical components including solar panels (these should be recycled separately at dedicated e‑waste collection points, e.g. Recycle Your Electricals);
Toys with fabric parts;
Plush or soft toys;
Wooden toys;
Board games (except for small hard plastic parts they contain);
Slime or rubber toys;
Toy packaging;
Sit‑on toys with wheels;
Inflatables;
Any toy that does not fit into the designated collection bin.

Collection Procedure

Broken hard plastic toys should be taken to a designated collection bin at a participating Tesco store. Bins are typically located behind the tills, often near battery and water filter collection points. If a collection bin is full, please do not leave toys beside it; instead, visit another participating store or return on a later day.

Manual Registration

If you forget to scan the QR code on the bin, you can register your recycling visit via the “Get Points” page on the Recycle to Read website.

2.4 Participating Tesco Stores

A list of participating Tesco stores is provided on the recycling point map on the Campaign website.

2.5 Additional Guidance

If a toy is still in good condition, please consider rehoming it rather than recycling, as rehoming is better for the environment.
If an individual wishes to earn points for more than one school during the same store visit, separate recycling visits must be registered—using different email addresses or by registering on different days.

Voucher and Discount Codes

3.1 Issuance and Value

Book voucher codes are issued as rewards or prizes in increments of £5 (i.e. £5, £10, £15, etc.) up to £100. For values above £100, vouchers are issued in multiples of £100 (i.e. £100, £200, £300, etc.). The minimum voucher value is £5.
Discount codes may also be issued for use when purchasing books from the Collins Recycle to Read book catalogue.

3.2 Redemption

Schools and individuals must follow the on-screen instructions on Collins Recycle to Read book catalogue to redeem voucher or discount codes.
Only one voucher or discount code may be used per transaction.
Voucher codes may only be redeemed once and have no cash value. If the cost of the books exceeds the voucher value, the balance must be paid by other means; any unused voucher value is forfeited.

3.3 Free Postage

Orders placed using a prize book voucher code will include free postage and packaging (valued at £2.95). This offer does not apply to discount codes.

3.4 Expiry and Liability

Voucher codes issued as part of the Campaign will expire 12 months from the date of issue (unless otherwise specified) and cannot be reissued or refunded if lost or redeemed without the consent of the recipient.

School Leaderboard Competition

4.1 How to Enter

Eligible Schools must register on The Pod and sign up for the Campaign. Upon registration, the school’s name will appear in the drop-down list on the “Get Points” page and, once points are earned, on the School Leaderboard.
Schools are automatically entered into the Competition to collect the highest number of Planet Care Points. Points are awarded for each registered recycling visit (see Clause 4.5).
No purchase is necessary to enter any part of this Campaign.

4.2 Leaderboard Closure and Book Rewards

- At 12:00 midday (GMT) on Wednesday 8th July 2026, the School Leaderboard will close, and the top 200 schools will win book vouchers worth between £30 and £500, based on their final ranking*.
- Winning schools can use their vouchers to choose from an exciting range of fiction and non-fiction titles for ages 3–11 from the Collins Recycle to Read Book Catalogue.
  - Rank 1: £500 voucher code
  - Ranks 2-3: £300 voucher code
  - Ranks 4-10: £200 voucher code
  - Ranks 11-25: £100 voucher code
  - Ranks 26–50: £75 voucher code each
  - Ranks 51–100: £50 voucher code each
  - Ranks 101–200: £30 voucher code each
- Voucher codes for Leaderboard rewards will be emailed to winning schools.

4.3 Donation Option

A winning school may request to donate its prize voucher to another UK school or community group that supports children aged 2–11 years. Such requests must be made in writing by emailing info@wastebuster.co.uk. In the absence of a donation request, Wastebuster will, where possible, prioritise selection of schools based on the free school meals (FSM) index as measured by the National Literacy Trust.

4.4 Competition Terms and Liability

All prizes are subject to availability and no cash alternative or substitution is available.
Wastebuster’s decision on winners is final.
Wastebuster reserves the right to substitute prizes, or modify, suspend, or withdraw the Competition at any time without prior notice.
In the instance where there is a tie with the number of Planet Care Points more than one school has earned, the school that was first to earn that ranking will retain it.
Wastebuster does not limit its liability where such limitation is unlawful (including liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence or for fraud/fraudulent misrepresentation). Except as specified, Wastebuster, its employees, officers, and agents shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from the Competition.
These terms shall be governed by the laws of the United Kingdom, with any dispute subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland as applicable.

4.5 Planet Care Points Standard Recycling

Individuals may register their toy recycling visit only once per day. Each registration earns a maximum of one Planet Care Point per day—regardless of the number of toys recycled—which is awarded to the nominated Participating School.
- Registration can be completed by scanning the QR code on the collection bin at a participating Tesco store or by visiting the Recycle to Read Get Points page.

Toy Rehoming Events (Bonus Points)

Participating Schools can claim an additional 50 Planet Care Points by hosting and registering a Toy Rehoming Event during the Campaign period. To claim these bonus points, schools must send a photo and event details (including the date, description, school name, and postcode) to info@recycletoread.org. Once the event details have been successfully verified by Wastebuster the bonus points will be awarded. Verification of Bonus Points takes up to 7 working days. Any Bonus Points must be successfully verified before 12:00 midday (GMT) on Wednesday 8th July 2026 to count towards the school’s total.
Important: All toy rehoming events must be conducted in accordance with the British Toy and Hobbycraft Association (BTHA) guidelines for safe toy rehoming, and that it is solely responsible for:
- Undertaking all necessary risk assessments,
- Ensuring proper health and safety protocols are implemented, and
- Maintaining any required insurance.

By registering a toy rehoming event, the Participating School acknowledges that it has read and will adhere to these guidelines, and that it is solely responsible for conducting all necessary risk assessments, ensuring proper health and safety protocols, and maintaining any required insurance. Failure to comply may result in the forfeiture of bonus points. 4.6 Promoters and Partners

Promoter: Wastebuster CIC (company number: 05883640) is the promoter of the Campaign. Its registered address is The Bothy, Albury Park, Albury, Guildford, Surrey, GU5 9BH.
Campaign Partners: The Campaign Partners are: Wastebuster, Products of Change, Tesco PLC, Mattel, Operational Partners and Members of Recycle to Read.

Community Champions Competition

5.1 Overview and Eligibility

Tesco employees nominated as Community Champions have the opportunity to win the Recycle to Read “School Community Champion of the Year” award.
To enter, nominees (or their colleagues) must email their details—including name, email address, store of employment, and a description of their promotional activities (with supporting evidence such as links or photographs)—to info@wastebuster.co.uk with the subject “Wastebuster Community Champions.”

5.2 Prizes

The overall winner will receive either a £50 book voucher code for personal use at Collins Recycle to Read catalogue, or a £50 Tesco voucher, according to their preference. In addition, the school nominated by the winner will receive a £100 book voucher code. The nominated school will also be offered a celebration assembly delivered by Wastebuster, with an invitation extended to the store’s Community Champion to attend.
The overall winner and their nominated school will feature on the Recycle To Read website and in internal Tesco communications.
All entrants will receive a voucher code granting a 20% discount on the recommended retail price of books from the Collins Recycle to Read catalogue. This discount code may be used once in a single transaction.

5.3 Judging and Notification

Entries will be assessed by a panel appointed by Tesco and Wastebuster based on initiative, campaign impact, creativity, quality of supporting evidence, and overall contribution.
The deadline for entries is 12:00 (GMT) on 22nd May 2026, with the winner announced on World Environment Day – 5 June 2026. Voucher codes and certificates will be issued within 10 working days via the email provided.

5.4 Conditions

Wastebuster reserves the right to modify or cancel the competition without prior notice.
The provisions regarding the use of personal information (see Clause 6.6) apply.

General Terms and Conditions

6.1 Amendments

Wastebuster and The Pod reserve the right to amend these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes will be communicated to Participating Schools and individuals via the contact email provided within 30 days of the change.

6.2 Precedence

Where specific terms relating to particular materials or uses appear on The Pod or related websites, those terms shall prevail over these general Terms and Conditions.

6.3 Publicity and Licence

By participating in the Campaign, each school consents to being publicly identified as a participant. Wastebuster grants each school a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to use Campaign materials for promotional purposes until the school’s participation ends or the Campaign concludes.

6.4 Intellectual Property

Wastebuster retains full control and ownership of all intellectual property rights associated with the Campaign, whether existing or developed in the future. All intellectual property rights in the Campaign materials (including branding, artwork, videos, and educational content) are and shall remain the exclusive property of Wastebuster or its licensors. These materials may not be reproduced, distributed, or modified without prior written consent.

6.5 Liability and Indemnity

Except in cases of fraud, Wastebuster shall not be liable for any loss or damage (whether arising in contract, tort—including negligence—or otherwise) in connection with the Campaign or any Competitions. This includes any loss resulting from unredeemed voucher code value.
Wastebuster does not limit its liability where such limitation is unlawful (including liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence or for fraud/fraudulent misrepresentation).
Wastebuster shall not be held liable for any delay or failure to perform its obligations under these Terms and Conditions if such delay or failure is caused by events beyond its reasonable control.

6.6 Use of Personal Information

All personal information collected in relation to the Campaign will be processed in accordance with our Data Protection Notice. An adult’s email address is required when registering a recycling visit to validate entries and administer Leaderboard rewards, and provide campaign updates. Personal information will not be shared with third parties for marketing purposes without consent.

6.7 Corporate Support and Donations

Wastebuster administers the distribution of corporate donations of new books to schools. Businesses wishing to donate books or become corporate supporters should contact our corporate team at info@wastebuster.co.uk.
Similarly, a winning school may request to donate its reward voucher to another eligible UK school or community group by replying to the prize notification email or contacting info@wastebuster.co.uk.

6.8 Campaign Termination and Costs

Wastebuster may terminate the Campaign by giving 60 days’ written notice to Participating Schools.
Participating Schools are responsible for any costs incurred in connection with the Campaign, except where expressly agreed otherwise in writing by Wastebuster.

6.9 Relationship

Participation in the Campaign does not create a partnership, joint venture, agency, or employment relationship between the school and Wastebuster. Neither party shall represent itself as an agent or employee of the other.

6.10 Collection Bin Issues

Any issues with collection bins are managed by Wastebuster and not by Tesco staff. For any bin-related problems, please contact info@recycletoread.org.

6.11 Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms and Conditions and the Campaign shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any dispute arising shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.Water

By participating in the Recycle to Read Toys Campaign, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

Water Week 2024 Competition (the “Competition”)

1. HOW TO ENTER

1.1 A young person aged between 4-11 years-old and in full time education in the UK can submit a song, poster or play to remind everyone to help save water and stop water pollution, to enter the Competition.

1.2 Those Submitting;

warrant that such contribution is the Users own original work and/ or they have the right to make it available to Wastebuster for all the purposes specified in these terms; and
indemnify Wastebuster against all legal fees, damages and other expenses that may be incurred by Wastebuster as a result of Users breach of the above warranty; and
agree to waive any moral rights in their contribution for the purposes of its submission to and publication on this site and the other purposes specified in these terms.

2. ELIGIBILITY

2.1 You are eligible for entry to the Competition if the song, poster or play submitted was created by a young person aged between 4-11 years-old and in full time education in the UK.

3. PRIZES

3.1 Entrants have an opportunity to have their entry featured on the Water Week roadshow 2024-25 and may even receive a visit by the Water Week roadshow 2024-25 in the autumn term.

3.2 Students can submit more than one entry although only one per email.

3.3 Entrants must email their entry to contact_us@jointhepod.org. If entries are over 10MB please use wetransfer or a similar sending service and include the download link in your email.

3.4 Winners will be chosen by a set of judging criteria.

Simple messaging (understandable)
Creativity
Uniqueness (originality)
Duplication - if there are 2 or more similar designs, the one that scores more highly against the judging criteria will be chosen

3.5 The last submission of entries is midday Monday 10 June 2024.

3.6 Entrants will be notified by email if they have been successful by midnight on Friday 21 June 2024 using the contact details used for submission.

3.7 By entering this competition, you are giving Wastebuster the right to promote your entry on the Wastebuster/ Pod websites and via all media and communications channels including mainstream media.

3.8 No alternative prizes are available.

3.9 If you have any questions or concerns, please email contact_us@jointhepod.org.

4.4 TERMS

4.1 No cash value or alternative prize is available.

4.2 If you have any questions or concerns, please email contact_us@jointhepod.org.

4.3 Where these Terms and Conditions contain links to other sites and resources provided by third parties, these links are provided for information only. Such links should not be interpreted as approval by Wastebuster of those linked websites or information that may be obtained from them. Wastebuster has no control over the contents of those sites or resources.

4.4 Wastebuster does not exclude or limit in any way its liability where it would be unlawful to do so. This includes liability for death or personal injury caused by the negligence of Wastebuster, its employees, agents or subcontractors and for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation. Wastebuster, its employees, officers and agents will not otherwise be liable to compensate the prize winners or accept any liability for any loss or damage occurring as a result of the competition.

5 HOW WE WILL USE YOUR INFORMATION

5.1 By submitting, users agree to have their first name and school named and promoted as a participant in any communications by Wastebuster/ the Pod and Partners.

5.2 Our use and processing of any personal information collected shall be in accordance with our Privacy.

5.3 Other than as set out in these terms and conditions, in our Privacy or otherwise permitted by law, we will not share your personal information with any other organisations for marketing, market research or commercial purposes, nor will we pass on your details to other websites.

6 PROMOTERS AND PARTNERS

6.1 The promoter is Wastebuster CIC (company number: 05883640) (“Wastebuster”) whose registered address is at: The Bothy, Albury Park, Albury, Guildford, Surrey. GU5 9BH (https://www.wastebuster.co.uk/)

6.2 Wastebuster owns The Pod (https://www.jointhepod.org/).

7 GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

7.1 Wastebuster and the Pod reserves the right to change these terms and conditions at any time. All participators will be made aware of any changes via the contact email provided within 30 days after the change is made.

7.2 Wastebuster shall retain full control and ownership of all rights (of any kind) in relation to Water Week, including but not limited to the right to amend or vary Water Week in any way at any time.

7.3 Wastebuster shall retain full ownership and control of any and all intellectual property rights now in existence or created in the future in relation to the Water Week campaign and/or Wastebuster.

7.4 Except in the case of fraud, Wastebuster will not be liable to any User for any loss or damage, whether in contract, tort (including negligence), breach of statutory duty, or otherwise, arising under or in connection with Water Week or competitions and prize draws referred to in these Terms and Conditions.

7.5 These terms and conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any dispute arising out of, or in connection with, the subject matters of these terms and conditions shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

The Pod/WASTEBUSTER WASTE WEEK FOOD WASTE COMPETITION TERMS AND CONDITIONS

By submitting an entry (including a recipe, photograph and contact details), you agree to the following Terms and Conditions.

1. Competition Overview

The Pod / Wastebuster Waste Week Food Waste Competition invites students to create a recipe using leftover ingredients or food that might otherwise go to waste.

Up to 20 recipes will be selected to feature in the Wastebusters Love Food, Love Your Planet Cookbook.

The competition runs from: 3rd March – 31st March 2026

Wastebuster reserves the right to amend, suspend or cancel the competition where necessary due to circumstances outside its control.

This promotion is governed by the laws of England and Wales.

2. Eligibility

The competition is open to students attending schools in the UK.

Entries must include:

A photograph of the finished dish
The recipe, including ingredients and method
The recipe title
The entrant’s name
A parent/guardian or responsible adult email address
The name and address of the entrant’s school

Entries may be submitted:

Individually, or
As a team (for example, a group of pupils working together)

Where a team submits an entry, the recipe will be attributed in the cookbook using the first names of the team members or the team name provided.

Students may submit more than one entry.

3. How to Enter

Entries must be sent by email to: info@wastebuster.co.uk

Your email should include:

A photo of the finished dish
The recipe ingredients and method
Recipe title
Entrant name(s)
Parent/guardian email address
School name

If image files exceed 10MB, please use WeTransfer or a similar file transfer service and include the download link in your email.

Entries must be received by 31st March 2026.

4. Judging and Selection

Entries will be reviewed by Wastebuster.

Up to 20 recipes will be selected for inclusion in the cookbook.

Entries will be judged against the following criteria:

Edibility

Recipes should be appealing and practical for others to try.

Creativity and originality

Recipes should show creative use of leftover ingredients or food that might otherwise be wasted.

Clarity of recipe

The recipe must be clearly written with ingredients and method easy to follow.

Image quality

The photograph should clearly show the finished dish.

Food waste relevance

The recipe should demonstrate how leftover ingredients or surplus food are being used.

Overall quality

Wastebuster reserves the right to select fewer than 20 entries if the overall quality of submissions is not considered suitable for publication.

If multiple recipes are very similar, the entry scoring highest against the judging criteria will be selected.

Wastebuster’s decision is final.

5. Original Work and Recipe Sources

Entrants must ensure that:

The recipe and photograph submitted are their own work, or
If the recipe is based on an existing recipe, the original source must be clearly credited.

By submitting an entry, entrants confirm that:

They have the right to submit the recipe and photograph
The submission does not knowingly infringe the copyright or intellectual property rights of any third party.

Wastebuster accepts no responsibility for entries that breach copyright or intellectual property rights.

6. Use of Entries

By entering the competition, entrants grant Wastebuster a worldwide, perpetual, royalty-free, non-exclusive licence to:

Publish the recipe and photograph in the Wastebusters Love Food, Love Your Planet Cookbook
Publish the recipe and photograph on The Pod and Wastebuster websites
Share and promote the recipe through social media, educational materials and media communications
Use the entry to promote food waste reduction and educational activities

Recipes selected for inclusion in the cookbook will be credited using the entrant’s first name(s) or team name.

7. The Cookbook

Selected entries will be published in the Wastebusters Love Food, Love Your Planet Cookbook.

The cookbook will:

Be made available free of charge as a digital PDF to promote food waste reduction.
Be provided digitally to all selected entrants once published.

Wastebuster may also make printed copies available via print-on-demand services (such as Amazon). These printed copies may be made available for purchase by the public.

By entering the competition, entrants agree that Wastebuster may publish, distribute and sell printed copies of the cookbook, including through third-party platforms.

Entrants will not receive payment, royalties or financial compensation from the publication or sale of the cookbook.

Where possible, entrants whose recipes are selected for inclusion will receive one complimentary printed copy, subject to availability and production.

8. Notification

Entrants whose recipes are selected will be notified by email by: 17th April 2026

All entrants will receive a Great Busta Bake electronic certificate of achievement.

9. Personal Information

The following personal information may be collected:

Personal Information	Use
Name, email address, school & recipe source	Contacting entrants if their recipe is selected

Only first names will be used in the cookbook, on websites or on social media.

Wastebuster will not share personal information with other organisations for marketing or commercial purposes.

10. General

Wastebuster reserves the right to amend these Terms and Conditions where necessary.

If you have any questions about the competition please contact: info@wastebuster.co.uk

Water Week 2025 Competition: Terms and Conditions

1. PARTICIPATION

1.1 The Water Week 2025 competition is open to all nursery, primary and junior schools located in the United Kingdom that are registered members of the Pod (https://jointhepod.org/).
1.2 Participation is free for schools.
1.3 The competition will run from 2 June 2025 until 12:00 midday on 30 June 2025 (GMT). Entries received outside of these dates will not be accepted.

2. HOW TO ENTER

2.1 Schools must submit the name of the winning class that took part in Water Week 2025 activities, based on the challenges promoted and completed during the campaign period.
2.2 Entries must be submitted by a registered staff member from the school.
2.3 A photo of the winning class can also be provided. By submitting the photo, the school confirms that appropriate consent has been obtained from parents/guardians for the image to be used in promotional materials, including social media, websites and reporting related to Water Week and The Pod.
2.4 Entries should be submitted via email to info@wastebuster.co.uk.

3. PRIZES

3.1 One winning school will be selected based on the strength and creativity of their engagement with the Water Week 2025 challenges.
3.2 The winning school will receive a prize of up to 30 custom Water Week 2025 Teemill t-shirts printed with the class name and the first names of pupils in the winning class.
3.3 The winning school must provide the first names and t-shirt sizes for up to 30 pupils in the winning class within 5 days of being notified, to enable prize production and delivery.
3.4 There is no cash alternative and the prize is non-transferable.

4. WINNER NOTIFICATION

4.1 The winning school will be notified by email no later than 4 July 2025.
4.2 If the winning school does not respond or is unable to meet the requirements in clause 3.3 within 5 days, Wastebuster reserves the right to offer the prize to another entrant.

5. PUBLICITY

5.1 By entering the competition, the winning school agrees to be named in promotional communications by Wastebuster, The Pod, and associated partners.
5.2 The school also agrees to provide a quote that may be used in promotional material or reports.
5.3 Submitted photographs may be used in publicity materials including social media, reports, and online promotions, provided that the school confirms appropriate consents have been obtained.

6. LIABILITY

6.1 Wastebuster does not exclude or limit its liability where it would be unlawful to do so, including liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence or for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation.
6.2 Wastebuster will not be responsible for any loss or damage occurring as a result of participation in the competition or from acceptance or use of the prize.

7. PROMOTER

7.1 The promoter is Wastebuster CIC (company number: 05883640) whose registered address is: The Bothy, Albury Park, Albury, Guildford, Surrey GU5 9BH (https://www.wastebuster.co.uk/).
7.2 Wastebuster owns The Pod (https://www.jointhepod.org/).HTH

8. GOVERNING LAW

8.1 These terms and conditions are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

Hidden Treasure Hunt 2025–26 Terms and Conditions

These Terms and Conditions govern participation in the Hidden Treasure Hunt 2026 (the "Campaign"). By participating, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

1. Definitions

"Campaign" means the Hidden Treasure Hunt 2026, a nationwide e-waste recycling initiative delivered by the Promoter (Wastebuster) in association with Currys, Material Focus, Microsoft, DHL and Ecogenesys, running from 28 January 2026 to 5 June 2026.

"Campaign Partners" means Currys, Material Focus, Microsoft, DHL and Ecogenesys and other operational partners supporting the Campaign.

"Cash for Trash Voucher" means a £5.00 Currys voucher issued to individuals who recycle qualifying items in a Currys store or via a school collection, redeemable against a purchase of £25 or more, subject to Currys' terms and conditions.

"Draw Period" means the start and end date and time (UK time) for each prize draw, as specified on the Campaign website or associated promotional materials.

"Eligible School" means any school located in mainland England, Scotland, Wales, or Northern Ireland with pupils aged 4 to 12 years that meets the participation criteria for the Campaign. This Campaign is designed for primary schools and equivalent settings.

"Participating School" means an Eligible School that has registered to take part in the Campaign via The Pod (jointhepod.org/campaigns) and is actively participating.

"Drop Off Point" means any location on the Recycle Your Electricals locator on recycleyourelectricals.org.uk including all UK-based Currys stores.

"Planet Care Points" means points awarded for each registered recycling visit. Each visit earns one Planet Care Point (regardless of the number of items recycled) allocated to a nominated Participating School. These points determine a school's ranking on the School Leaderboard and eligibility for prizes. Planet Care Points have no monetary value, cannot be exchanged for cash or otherwise, and expire upon the conclusion of the Campaign. Each Planet Care Point also constitutes one automatic entry into any applicable weighted prize draw during the relevant Draw Period, unless otherwise stated.

"Promoter" means Wastebuster CIC (company number: 05883640), whose registered address is The Bothy, Albury Park, Albury, Guildford, Surrey, GU5 9BH.

"School Leaderboard" means a ranking system displayed on the Campaign website that lists Participating Schools in order of the total Planet Care Points earned.

2. Participation and Eligibility

2.1 Eligibility.

The Campaign is open to Eligible Schools and to private individuals recycling their own unwanted electricals and tech on behalf of a school. Businesses, retailers, manufacturers, or other non-household entities are not permitted to use this service.

The individuals' prize draw is open to UK residents aged 18 or over only. If you are under 18, a parent or guardian must submit the entry on your behalf using their email address, and any prize will be awarded to that parent or guardian.

Schools and parents/guardians are responsible for supervising children's participation. Where children are to be featured in any publicity relating to the Campaign, the Promoter will obtain appropriate consent from the relevant school or parent/guardian.

2.2 Registration.

Schools: To participate, an Eligible School must register via Wastebuster's school campaign platform The Pod (jointhepod.org/campaigns). Only registered Participating Schools are eligible to receive Planet Care Points and redeem rewards. Planet Care Points only have value in connection with the Campaign and cannot be exchanged for cash or otherwise.

Individuals: Private individuals may support a Participating School by recycling at a participating Currys store (being all Currys stores within the United Kingdom), or another Drop Off Point (listed on the Recycle Your Electricals locator found on recycleyourelectricals.org.uk), then registering their recycling visit via the Campaign platform and nominating a school to receive a Planet Care Point.

A maximum of one Planet Care Point can be earned per person per day, regardless of the number of items dropped off for reuse or recycling. Automated, bulk, or third-party entries are prohibited and will result in disqualification. The Promoter reserves the right to disqualify duplicate or suspected fraudulent entries.

2.3 Recycling Process and Accepted Items.

Accepted items include anything with a plug, battery, or cable, including mobile phones, tablets, laptops, consoles, small appliances, smart speakers, headphones, chargers, cables, and accessories.

Excluded items include large household appliances (e.g., fridges, washing machines, ovens), hazardous items (e.g., leaking batteries, fluorescent lamps), and non-electrical waste or packaging.

Items to be recycled must be household e-waste.

2.4 Manual Registration.

Currys stores will have the Hidden Treasure Hunt recycling registration QR code available on the in-store customer service desk. If you don't have time to complete the registration in store or have no internet reception, you can scan and save the QR code to visit later.

If you forget to scan a Currys store QR code, you can register your recycling visit via the Campaign website on the day you dropped off the items and select the store you dropped off your items.

If you took your items to a Drop Off Point that is not a Currys store, you can register your recycling on: hiddentreasurehunt.org.

You must register your visit within 7 calendar days of the date you dropped off items at a Drop Off Point and within the applicable Draw Period (or Leaderboard competition deadline) to receive Planet Care Points for a nominated school.

Registrations for drop-offs in Currys stores will be eligible for entry into the termly prize draw. Registrations for drop-offs at any other collection point must include an image upload of the collection point to qualify as a prize draw entry. Your image must clearly show the name or signage of the Drop Off Point and the date of your visit. Images that do not clearly show a Drop Off Point may not qualify the registrant for entry into the prize draw of the applicable Draw Period. In this instance, the registrant will be notified and given an opportunity to resubmit the image.

3. School Leaderboard Competition

3.1 How to Enter.

Participating Schools are automatically entered into the drop-down menu in the recycling registration form on hiddentreasurehunt.org to collect Planet Care Points via registered recycling visits. Registrants can select the school they would like to receive a Planet Care Point from their registration.

A maximum of one Planet Care Point can be earned per person per day for a school, regardless of the number of items taken to a Drop Off Point for reuse or recycling. School rankings on the Leaderboard are based on the number of Planet Care Points earned.

3.2 Rewards.

Prizes are awarded based on leaderboard rankings at designated milestones (e.g., 12:00 midday BST on 5 June 2026 and including any other milestone the Promoter determines in their sole discretion from time to time). Rewards may include technology prizes, vouchers, or equivalent items provided by Campaign Partners. If a listed prize becomes unavailable, a prize of equal value shall be supplied.

What prizes and rewards are available?

For Schools

Leaderboard prizes - awarded Friday 5 June 2026 (based on leaderboard rankings at 12:00 midday BST):

1st place: £10,000 in Currys' prize vouchers for Microsoft tech
2nd place: £3,000 in Currys' prize vouchers for Microsoft tech
3rd place: £2,000 in Currys' prize vouchers for Microsoft tech

Termly prize draws - all schools with at least 1 Planet Care Point are entered automatically.

For Families & Individuals

Each registered recycling visit enters the registrant into the termly prize draw for Currys' prize vouchers for Microsoft tech.
Recycling at Currys also gives the participants a £5 Cash for Trash voucher (spend £25+).
Eligible items may qualify for trade-in credit.

Prize Draw Dates 2026:

Spring term 2026: 2 schools (£1,000) + 10 families (£100 each) - awarded Friday 27 March 2026
Summer term 2026: 1 school (£1,000) + 10 families (£100 each) - awarded Friday 5 June 2026

Total campaign rewards: £20,000

3.3 Conditions.

No purchase is necessary to enter. Entry to all prize draws and competitions is free. The cost of recycling items (if any) does not constitute payment for entry.

All prizes are subject to availability, and no cash alternative is offered.

In the event of a tie on the School Leaderboard, the winner will be the first school that reached the tied ranking.

The Promoter may verify eligibility and disqualify entries that are incomplete, inaccurate, or in breach of these Terms and Conditions. Leaderboard standings reflect validated entries only; adjustments may occur following verification.

The Promoter reserves the right to substitute prizes or modify, suspend, or withdraw the competition at any time in its sole discretion. The Promoter will endeavour to provide reasonable notice of any material changes via the Campaign website.

Where prize draws are weighted by the number of Planet Care Points or recycling registrations, participants acknowledge that entry numbers may vary between participants and that the probability of winning depends on the total number of valid entries in the relevant Draw Period.

4. School Prize Draws

4.1 Eligibility and Entry.

All Participating Schools that have collected at least one Planet Care Point during a Draw Period are automatically entered. Early adopter draws may be held in the first Campaign phase. Termly school draws will run throughout the Campaign.

Each Planet Care Point earned by a Participating School during a Draw Period automatically counts as one entry into that Draw Period’s school prize draw.

The more Planet Care Points a Participating School earns, the greater the number of entries it will have in the draw, thereby increasing its statistical chance of winning.

There is no maximum number of entries per school, but all entries must comply with the Campaign rules and validation processes.

4.2 Prizes and Notification.

Winning schools will be randomly selected per prize draw to win a Currys' voucher for Microsoft tech that can be redeemed in Currys for eligible products (see section 8.1, Eligible products).

Winners will be notified via the contact email provided at registration within 14 days of the close of the relevant Draw Period. The winner must respond within 14 days of notification and may be required to complete reasonable verification as required by the Promoter.

If the winner does not respond, the Promoter may award the prize to a reserve winner selected at the same time as the original winner.

Prizes are subject to availability, and no cash value is available.

4.3 Conditions.

No school may win more than once per academic year. The prize is non-transferable and may not be resold. No cash alternative is available.

The Promoter may withhold or withdraw a prize where a winner has breached these Terms and Conditions. The Promoter's decision is final and binding.

5. Individuals’ Prize Draws

5.1 Eligibility and Entry.

The individuals' prize draw is open to private individuals who register a recycling visit at a participating Currys store, or Drop Off Point during the designated Draw Period.

Each valid, completed recycling registration made during a Draw Period counts as one entry into that Draw Period’s individuals’ prize draw.

A maximum of one registration per person per day is permitted, but each valid daily registration counts as a separate entry.

The more valid recycling visits an individual registers (within Campaign limits), the more entries they will have and the greater their statistical chance of winning.

If you are under 18, a parent or guardian must submit the entry on your behalf using their email address, and any prize will be awarded to that parent or guardian.

5.2 Prizes and Notification.

One individual will be randomly selected per Draw Period to win a technology prize, Currys' voucher for Microsoft tech, or equivalent item.

Winners will be notified by email within 14 days of the close of the relevant Draw Period. The winner must respond within 14 days and may be required to provide proof of identity and eligibility. Failure to respond or provide verification may result in disqualification and selection of a reserve winner.

5.3 Conditions.

No individual may win more than once per academic year. The prize is non-transferable and may not be resold. No cash alternative is available.

The Promoter may withhold or withdraw a prize where an entrant has breached these Terms and Conditions or used automated means to enter. The Promoter's decision is final and binding.

6. General Terms and Conditions

6.1 Amendments.

The Promoter may amend these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes will be posted on the Campaign website. Continued participation following any amendment constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms and Conditions.

6.2 Publicity and Licence.

By participating, schools and individuals consent to being publicly identified as participants.

The Promoter grants each Participating School a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to use Campaign materials for promotional purposes until the Campaign concludes or at an earlier date as determined by the Promoter. Schools may not alter, modify, or amend Campaign branding without the prior written consent of the Promoter.

Winners agree to participate in reasonable publicity related to the Campaign. Where publicity features children, the Promoter will obtain appropriate consent from the relevant school or parent/guardian in accordance with applicable safeguarding and data protection requirements.

The Promoter may publish the surname and county of prize winners on request for a period of 30 days following the relevant draw, unless the winner objects by contacting the Promoter using the details in the Data Protection Notice.

6.3 Intellectual Property.

All Campaign materials (including branding, artwork, videos, and educational content) remain the exclusive property of the Promoter or its licensors and may not be reproduced or modified without prior written consent.

6.4 Liability and Indemnity.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Promoter's total liability in connection with the Campaign shall not exceed £100.

Nothing in these Terms and Conditions excludes or limits the Promoter's liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation, or any other liability that cannot be excluded or limited by applicable law.

The Promoter and its partners shall not be liable for:

(a) entries or communications that are lost, delayed, misdirected, incomplete, corrupted, or undeliverable for any technical or other reason;

(b) any failure by a third party to honour its obligations relating to a prize; or

6.5 Data Protection.

All personal information will be processed in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

The Promoter is Wastebuster CIC, which collects and processes personal data for the purposes of administering the Hidden Treasure Hunt campaign, validating entries, contacting winners, and providing campaign updates. The lawful basis for this processing is the Promoter's legitimate interests in administering the Campaign. Where the Promoter sends marketing communications, it will do so only with the participant's consent.

Where personal data of children (aged 4 to 12 years) is collected, the Promoter will do so only where necessary for the administration of the Campaign and with appropriate consent from schools or parents/guardians. The Promoter is committed to complying with the ICO's Age Appropriate Design Code in its processing of children's data.

The Promoter may share limited personal data with Campaign Partners (such as Currys and Microsoft) where necessary to fulfil prizes or support campaign delivery.

Personal data will be retained for the duration of the Campaign and for a period of 12 months thereafter, unless a longer retention period is required by law or for the establishment, exercise, or defence of legal claims.

Participants have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing of, and object to the processing of their personal data, and to data portability, in accordance with applicable law. To exercise these rights or for further information, please refer to the Promoter's Data Protection Notice at https://recycletoread.org/data-protection-notice/.

6.6 Governing Law and Jurisdiction.

These Terms and Conditions and the Campaign shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. The courts of England and Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction to determine any dispute.

6.7 Cash for Trash Vouchers.

Individuals who recycle items at participating Currys stores may receive a "Cash for Trash" voucher in accordance with Currys' own terms and conditions. These vouchers are administered solely by Currys. The Promoter is not responsible for the issuance, redemption, or management of Cash for Trash vouchers.

Voucher issuance and availability are subject to Currys' programme capacity and store participation, which may vary by location and time. For full details, please refer to Currys' terms and conditions.

The Promoter will use reasonable endeavours to assist participants in resolving any issues with Cash for Trash vouchers but accepts no liability for their redemption or value.

6.8 Miscellaneous.

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

The Promoter's failure to enforce any provision shall not constitute a waiver of that provision.

In the event of any conflict between these Terms and Conditions and other promotional materials, these Terms and Conditions will prevail.

6.9 Charity Compliance and Free Entry Route.

This Campaign is structured as a free-to-enter prize promotion to support e-waste recycling and educational engagement and is not a lottery. Entry to all prize draws and competitions is free. No purchase is necessary to enter. The cost of recycling items (if any) does not constitute payment for entry.

6.10 Campaign Support Materials (Operational Trial)

(a) The Promoter may provide limited quantities of physical campaign support materials to Participating Schools as part of an operational trial to assess different methods of engaging school communities in electrical recycling.

(b) Campaign support materials are not prizes, are not awarded based on performance, and do not alter the Campaign rules, scoring system, eligibility criteria, or prize selection processes.

(c) All Participating Schools have access to the same campaign content, including digital versions of posters and flyers, which may be downloaded and printed locally by schools. The availability or non-availability of printed materials does not restrict any school's ability to participate fully in the Campaign.

(d) Certain physical materials (including, but not limited to, campaign bags) are being trialled with a limited number of schools due to budget and operational constraints. These materials are supplementary, not required for participation, and not available to all schools.

(e) The Promoter acknowledges that supplementary materials may influence local engagement levels; however, all schools remain eligible to earn Planet Care Points and win prizes on the same basis, regardless of the materials used. No additional weighting, adjustment, or advantage is applied based on the type or format of campaign materials used. The Promoter has endeavoured to distribute materials equitably and acknowledges that not all schools may receive physical materials. This does not affect any school's eligibility to participate or win prizes.

(f) Allocation for the 2026 Campaign will be made subject to availability and registration timing.

270 Participating Schools will receive one hard-copy poster pack
23 Participating Schools will receive one pack of 280 campaign bags
107 Participating Schools will receive one set of 280 campaign flyers

Distribution of materials will be managed by Wastebuster in line with campaign logistics and stock availability.

(g) Campaign support materials have no cash value, are non-transferable, and may not be sold or exchanged.

(h) The Promoter reserves the right to modify, substitute, or withdraw campaign support materials at any time for operational reasons.

7. Winner Selection and Verification

All prize draws will be conducted using a weighted random selection process, where each valid entry represents one chance of being selected.

For schools, each Planet Care Point earned during the relevant Draw Period constitutes one entry.

For individuals, each valid recycling registration constitutes one entry.

A random number generator or independently verifiable selection method will be used to ensure fairness. Records of the number of entries allocated to each participant and the selection process will be retained for audit purposes for 12 months following the relevant draw.

The Promoter may require winners to provide reasonable evidence of eligibility (e.g., age, residency, school affiliation) and reserves the right to disqualify entries that cannot be verified.

8. Microsoft Prize Redemption

8.1. Eligible products

Currys' prize vouchers for Microsoft tech awarded under the Hidden Treasure Hunt competition may be redeemed only against eligible Microsoft products sold by Currys, within the categories listed below. Product availability, pricing and ranges are determined solely by Currys at the time of redemption and may be subject to change.

The full and current eligible product ranges can be viewed via the Currys online links provided here:

Available Product Ranges

For £100 Currys' prize vouchers for Microsoft tech:

Microsoft Surface Accessories
Microsoft Surface Devices
Microsoft 365

For Currys' prize vouchers for Microsoft tech above £100:

Microsoft Surface Accessories
Microsoft Surface Devices

All redemptions are subject to stock availability and any applicable Currys terms and conditions at the time of ordering.

8.2. Selection and notification

Winners must select their preferred item(s) and notify Wastebuster within 28 days of the winner notification email by replying to that email with their chosen product(s), full name, and delivery address.

Winners should ensure their selection is final and suitable for a single transaction up to the prize value.

8.3. Order placement, verification call, fulfilment, and payment

(a) Verification and redemption call.

To redeem the prize, the winner must participate in a Microsoft Teams call with Wastebuster, during which the order will be placed. The call will be recorded solely to evidence the transaction and prevent fraud. By taking part in the call, the winner consents to such recording. The Promoter's lawful basis for recording calls is its legitimate interest in fraud prevention.

If a winner does not participate in a recorded call, Wastebuster may be unable to complete the redemption.

(b) Recording retention and security.

The recording will be stored in an encrypted, access-restricted environment and retained for up to three (3) years for audit and evidential purposes, after which it will be securely deleted. Wastebuster's Privacy Policy and applicable data protection rights apply.

(c) Order placement and ownership.

Wastebuster will place the order on the winner's behalf using the allocated Currys gift card (and any top-up payment, if applicable) during the recorded Teams call. At the point of order placement and payment, ownership of the product transfers to the winner (or to the winner's school, where the prize is awarded to a school). The winner (or school) will receive written confirmation of purchase once the transaction is completed.

(d) Fulfilment, delivery, and after-sales.

All fulfilment, delivery, product warranty, and after-sales service are managed directly by Currys. Wastebuster accepts no liability for the performance, quality, delivery, warranty, or servicing of any products purchased through Currys as part of the prize.

(e) Top-up payments.

If the chosen product(s) cost more than the prize value, the winner may provide valid card payment details during the Teams call to cover the balance. By providing these details, the winner authorises Wastebuster to process the payment solely for that order and agrees to indemnify Wastebuster from all responsibility relating to the redemption, purchase, or subsequent fulfilment of the product.

8.4. Gift card terms

(a) For this promotion, the Currys gift card may be used for one transaction only.

(b) Any unspent balance after that single transaction is forfeited and cannot be carried forward, refunded, or redeemed later. Winners are strongly encouraged to select products that make full use of the prize value, as any unused balance will be lost.

(d) No cash alternative or substitute prize will be offered.

8.5. Non-response or incorrect information

If a winner does not respond within 28 days, provides incorrect or incomplete information, or fails to supply payment details where required, the prize will be awarded to the reserve winner selected at the time of the original draw. If no reserve winner is available, the prize may be reallocated in a subsequent competition rough and at the Promoter's sole discretion.

8.6. Responsibility and verification

Wastebuster is not responsible for any loss, delay, or issue arising from inaccurate or incomplete information provided by winners. All details must be confirmed by email and may be verified by Wastebuster prior to placing an order.

9. Prize Fulfilment

Delivery of prizes will be based on when the order was placed and product availability unless otherwise specified. All aspects of fulfilment of the products after orders have been placed are the sole responsibility of Currys.

Where a prize consists of items supplied by Campaign Partners, fulfilment timelines may vary; the Promoter shall use reasonable endeavours to communicate any expected delays.

The Promoter is not responsible for any taxes, charges, or expenses arising from prize acceptance except as expressly stated.

If a prize becomes unavailable, a prize of equal value shall be offered.

10. Transparency

A winner's list (surname and county only) for each Draw Period will be available upon request to the Promoter for 30 days following the relevant draw. Winners may object to or request redaction of this information at or before the time of prize acceptance.

For weighted draws, the Promoter may publish (on request) the total number of entries allocated to the winning school or individual for that Draw Period.

11. Promotional Materials

Any imagery of prizes is for illustrative purposes only. Colours, models, and specifications may vary. No additional costs are included other than those expressly stated.

If a voucher prize is offered, the relevant issuer's terms and conditions apply and may include expiry dates, usage restrictions, and minimum spend requirements.

12. Timing and Draw Periods

The Campaign competition period runs from 28 January 2026 to 5 June 2026.

Each Draw Period's start and end dates and times (UK time) will be published on the Campaign website. Entries received outside a Draw Period will not be included in that draw.

13. Conduct

The Promoter reserves the right to disqualify entries or participants who:

(a) tamper with or attempt to tamper with the entry process or Campaign operation;

(b) act in a manner that is unsporting, offensive, or contrary to the spirit of the Campaign (including, without limitation, coordinated mass entries, false declarations, or other conduct intended to gain an unfair advantage); or

14. Contact Us

For any questions or concerns about the Campaign, please contact the Promoter at:

Email: info@wastebuster.co.uk

Website: https://www.wastebuster.co.uk/

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Contents

General Terms

Recycle to Read Batteries (“R2R Batteries”)

1. PARTICIPATION

2. VOUCHER AND DISCOUNT CODES

3. R2R Batteries: Schools Prize Draw

4 R2R Batteries: First 100 schools

5 R2R Batteries: Individuals Prize Draw

6 GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Recycle to Read Textiles (“R2R Textiles”)

1. PARTICIPATION

2. VOUCHER AND DISCOUNT CODES

3. R2R Textiles: Collections

4 GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Recycle to Read Toys Campaign 2025-26

Terms and Conditions

Definitions

Participation

Voucher and Discount Codes

School Leaderboard Competition

General Terms and Conditions

Water Week 2024 Competition (the “Competition”)

The Pod/WASTEBUSTER WASTE WEEK FOOD WASTE COMPETITION TERMS AND CONDITIONS

1. Competition Overview

2. Eligibility

3. How to Enter

4. Judging and Selection

Edibility

Creativity and originality

Clarity of recipe

Image quality

Food waste relevance

Overall quality

5. Original Work and Recipe Sources

6. Use of Entries

7. The Cookbook

8. Notification

9. Personal Information

10. General

Water Week 2025 Competition: Terms and Conditions

1. PARTICIPATION

2. HOW TO ENTER

3. PRIZES

4. WINNER NOTIFICATION

5. PUBLICITY

6. LIABILITY

7. PROMOTER

8. GOVERNING LAW

Hidden Treasure Hunt 2025–26 Terms and Conditions

1. Definitions

2. Participation and Eligibility

2.1 Eligibility.

2.2 Registration.

2.3 Recycling Process and Accepted Items.

2.4 Manual Registration.

3. School Leaderboard Competition

3.1 How to Enter.

3.2 Rewards.

3.3 Conditions.

4. School Prize Draws

4.1 Eligibility and Entry.

4.2 Prizes and Notification.

4.3 Conditions.

5. Individuals’ Prize Draws

5.1 Eligibility and Entry.

5.2 Prizes and Notification.

5.3 Conditions.

6. General Terms and Conditions

6.1 Amendments.

6.2 Publicity and Licence.

6.3 Intellectual Property.

6.4 Liability and Indemnity.

6.5 Data Protection.

6.6 Governing Law and Jurisdiction.

6.7 Cash for Trash Vouchers.

6.8 Miscellaneous.

6.9 Charity Compliance and Free Entry Route.

6.10 Campaign Support Materials (Operational Trial)

7. Winner Selection and Verification