"If a battery comes into the waste, it's an immediate risk of fire because if a battery is not handled correctly it can spark ...

When household batteries die, it's hard to know what to do with them. So they get shoved into a junk drawer or sheepishly ...

From remote controls to gaming consoles, e-cigarettes to electric toothbrushes, even singing greeting cards, batteries are everywhere. When they die, it’s easy to toss them in the trash and forget ...

As well as running the risk of being fined, disposing of batteries incorrectly can lead to fires and environmental pollution. Here's how to prevent it.

‘Tis the season for new gadgets and the time to recycle old gadgets and their batteries properly to promote safety and prevent fires. Gadgets containing embedded batteries, including cell phones, ...

Some items you can recycle in one city may be prohibited in another. Batteries, plastic bags, small appliances, and more may ...

A council has ended kerbside battery collections after a series of fires linked to incorrect disposal. Bournemouth, ...