The initiative means car firms are now responsible for disposing of their own vehicles. Minister for Science and Innovation, Malcolm Wicks, said: "There is an 85 per cent target to recover scrap cars, and free take-back will help us achieve it." Go to www.recycleyourcar.co.uk for info on nearest ATF (Authorised Treatment Facility) and other services.
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