PackUK has confirmed its RAM data enforcement position – producers are obliged to assess, collect and report data relating to recyclability of household packaging supplied in the period 1 January to 30 June 2025.
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British Glass has warned that while it acknowledges the partial reduction in the glass packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (pEPR) fee announced by DEFRA late last week, the changes do not go far enough to ensure producers choose recyclable glass over less circular alternatives.
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The European Commission is next week proposing to scrap its Green Claims Directive, which was designed to prevent false, vague and misleading environmental claims.
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The Aluminium Federation (ALFED) has launched the UK Aluminium Alliance (UKAA) – a new initiative to ‘future-proof’ the aluminium industry, and drive low-carbon growth.
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Work to implement a UK-wide extended producer responsibility (EPR) programme for tackling packaging waste is looking at global examples of how similar schemes are managed to shape its work.
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