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UK drinks industry calls for government action on "flawed" EPR scheme

The legislation necessary to enact EPR came into force on 1 January but the fees are not set to kick in until 1 April.

The UK drinks industry has urged the government to address issues with the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) scheme, which is set to impose significant new costs on producers for packaging waste management. The industry, represented by groups like the British Beer and Pub Association and the Wine and Spirit Trade Association, argues that the current design of the EPR scheme is flawed, potentially leading to increased costs for consumers and businesses without effectively reducing waste. They are particularly concerned about the lack of clarity on how the scheme will operate, the financial burden it will place on producers, and its potential to stifle recycling innovation. The industry is calling for a delay in the scheme's implementation to allow for necessary revisions that would make it more practical and less burdensome.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/uk-drinks-industry-calls-for-government-action-on-flawed-epr-scheme/ar-AA1AaZsw