The third-largest party in British politics stated in its election manifesto that it aims to completely eliminate non-recyclable, single-use plastics within three years and end plastic waste exports by 2030. This is a significant challenge considering the relatively underdeveloped recycling infrastructure in the UK. They plan to replace plastics with affordable alternatives. The Liberal Democrats...
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UK government confirms plans for drinks containers deposit scheme
A new cash incentive system, placing deposits on drinks bottles and cans, will boost recycling from 2025. Recycling plastic bottles and drink cans is set to be easier for tens of millions of people thanks to a new deposit return scheme, Environment Minister Rebecca Pow announced last week. New plans set out in a consultation...
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Government confirms Deposit Return Scheme in Queen’s speech
THE first dedicated Environment Bill for over 20 years has been placed firmly on the political agenda after a string of delays that has seen it drift for nearly three years. The bill, which includes a UK Government commitment to reducing plastic waste through tougher producer responsibilities for packaging and the introduction of a container...
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SESA welcomes scrutiny of deposit return
THE Scottish Environmental Services Association (SESA), the voice of Scotland’s resource and waste management industry, has welcomed the opportunity to review the Scottish Government’s draft regulations for a deposit return scheme (DRS). The draft regulation have been laid in the Scottish Parliament are now available for public comment. SESA Policy Advisor, Stephen Freeland said: “Consultation...
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‘Scotland jumps the gun with deposit return’, says SESA
THE Scottish Government has announced details of proposals for a deposit return scheme, with a 20p refundable deposit levied on all glass and plastics bottles and drinks cans. Any retailer who sells drinks will be required to accept returns, either by investing in reverse vending machines or ‘over-the-counter’ manual take back. The scheme will be...