Every business needs to stand out, and for local shops and businesses your carrier bags can be one of your most effective marketing tools. Far more than just a way to carry a purchase, a bespoke carrier bag is a powerful mobile advertisement that extends your...
In a world grappling with plastic pollution, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But every now and then, a policy comes along that makes a real, tangible difference. The single-use plastic carrier bag charge in England is one such success story, and the latest data...
In the bustling world of retail and takeaways, where first impressions are everything, one humble item often goes unnoticed despite its crucial role: the twist handle paper bag. More than just a way to carry your purchases, these bags are an essential part of the...
Defra has created a scheme administrator PackUK to work with all four nations and alongside the Environment Agency to work on and develop the Extended Producer Responsibility scheme and systems. Large producers will have to submit their data by 1st April 2025 and pay...
This legislation places increased accountability on product and packaging manufacturers, importers, and brand owners to reduce the environmental impacts of their products and packaging. These businesses must now financially contribute towards the costs associated with...
The United Kingdom’s Plastic Packaging Tax is already making waves in the fight against plastic waste. Introduced as a £200 per tonne levy on plastic packaging containing less than 30% recycled content, this tax aims to reshape the packaging landscape by...