The guidance – published today (31 August) – is for all organisations that may be affected by extended producer responsibility for packaging

A report issued following packaging industry roundtables held by WRAP found that UK Plastics Pact members are unlikely to meet reuse targets by 2025

As the industry continues to transition from plastics to bioplastics, the answer to whether or not tea bags can go in the food waste bin is not so simple

The report unveils potential transparency issues in heavily cited studies favouring single-use options over reusable packaging

The recyclable packaging is anticipated to prevent 1,250 tonnes of plastic waste each year

The consultation is open for responses on how the draft statutory instrument reflects the approach set out in the Government's consultation response of March 2022

Extended producer responsibility (EPR) fees will be delayed to October 2025

Extended producer responsibility fees will now begin in October 2025

Interview with Thomas Lindhqvist, originator of the concept of Extended Producer Responsibility

The deal will provide a new facility capable of processing 40,000 tonnes of polystyrene waste per year