Professional shredding services for businesses ensure data on paper documents and electronic devices is disposed of securely. In this section, you can find out more about the importance of paper shredding and what your business’s responsibilities are.

Guides
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Complete guide to shredding services: what you need to know about domestic and business paper and media shredding

Want to know your obligations for shredding confidential waste? Read on and discover the diverse domestic and business shredding requirements.
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Confidential waste - what is it and how can I ensure my business disposes of it securely?

In this guide to confidential waste you'll find out what business documents are classed as confidential waste and how you can dispose of them securely.
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Don’t just bin it, shred it!

In our digital age, it's easy to forget about the importance of securely disposing of paper documents. We often throw them in the rubbish bin, thinking that they're of no use to anyone. However, this is not always the case!
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Five reasons why businesses shouldn't shred documents themselves

It can be tempting to shred documents in-house to save money, but this can end up costing more and taking much longer than using a professional company.
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Guide to regulations

Find out what personal data is, what protects personal data and more with our guide to regulations.
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How to decide what kind of document shredding service you need

Find out more about the shredding services available and which one is most suited to your requirements, whether you're looking to dispose of confidential business waste or personal documents.
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On-site and mobile shredding: what is it and how much does it cost?

Find out what the main differences are between onsite and offsite shredding.
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Paper shredding for businesses

Find out why your business needs a paper shredding service, which documents should be shredded and which shredding service you might need.
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Reducing Your Carbon Footprint with Russell Richardson

If you're prepared to reduce the carbon footprint and operate more sustainably for your business, Russell Richardson stands as your ideal partner. Our unwavering commitment to responsible recycling, secure document destruction, and environmentally conscious practices can make a profound impact.
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The Paper Recycling Journey: From Shredded Documents to Soft Tissue Products

Are you ready to contribute to a greener planet while ensuring the secure destruction of your confidential documents? Contact Russell Richardson today at 0800 294 6552 to embrace a secure and eco-friendly document disposal solution and be part of the paper recycling journey that turns shredded documents into valuable resources. Your commitment to sustainability starts here!
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What counts as confidential waste?

You are legally obliged to destroy confidential waste securely. Read on to find out what kind of data is confidential and how to destroy it securely.
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Why use a shredding service?

It's important to shred paper for legal reasons and to protect your staff and customers, but should use a professional shredding service or do it yourself?
FAQ's
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Discover what paper can and can't be recycled with our paper recycling FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions to find out more about paper recycling.
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How much do paper shredding services cost?

Read on for the various cost considerations when thinking about paying for professional paper shredding services.
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How much document shredding services cost

Find out how much you can expect to pay for your business or domestic shredding and why you're unlikely to find companies that shred documents for free.
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Information security regulations - FAQs

Find out what the current information security regulations for businesses are with our frequently asked questions.
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What do shredding companies do with the shredded paper?

What happens to confidential waste? Read on to find out what happens to the confidential documents after we've collected them from you.
Research
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Businesses' at risk by failing to destroy sensitive documents, research suggests

Research suggests that many businesses are failing to destroy sensitive documents, partly due to not understanding what constitutes sensitive data.