Down here they say you need a licence for a van, and pay for the privilege.
Haven't been stopped yet, technically our high top Renault Traffic is a van - we use it as a Recreational Vehicle complete with pull out awning on the side (oh and it is Maroon!).
I would argue the toss if a 'Jobs Worth' appeared at our local recycling area.
It does seem wierd though to be asked to pay to recycle, in this day and age, especially with all the who-har recently about plastic in the sea.
S