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A shocking eight in ten Brits are confused over what they can recycle, new figures have shown. While younger generations are often perceived as the most eco-conscious, a new survey has revealed that it's actually the Boomers who are leading the way on recycling Researchers from DS Smith found that 54 per cent of Boomers recycle all their paper and cardboard – while just 19 per cent of Gen Z do so. Researchers from DS Smith found that 54 per cent of Boomers recycle all their paper and cardboard – while just 19 per cent of Gen Z do so 'What we're seeing is a generational gap when it comes to recycling,' Mr Orye said. What are the new rules on recycling food and garden waste Under the new plans announced last year, food waste will be collected weekly for recycling or composting for all households. Metal dry recycling includes: Steel and aluminium tins and cans Steel and aluminium aerosols Aluminium foil Aluminium food trays Steel and aluminium jars and bottle lids Aluminium tubes Plastic dry recycling includes: Plastic bottles made of polyethylene terephthalate Pots, tubs and trays made of PET Plastic tubes larger than 50mm x 50mm made of polypropylene or polyethylene Cartons for food, drink and other liquids Plastic film packaging and plastic bags All paper and card will be collected except: Paper and card that contains glitter or foil Paper that is laminated Stickers and sticky paper Padded lined envelopes Paperback and hardback books Wallpaper Residual waste The government are proposing a requirement for local authorities to collect non-recyclable waste at least fortnightly.