Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)

by Chris Thomsen | News

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...

Templecoombe Ltd are now FSC® certified!

by Chris Thomsen | News, Whats New

We are pleased to anounce that Templecoombe Ltd have achieved certified status and FSC® membership. This exemplifies our commitment to environmental protection in daily operations, providing assurance that our paper products strictly adhere to applicable laws and...

UK’s Plastic Packaging Tax: Driving Sustainable Change

by Chris Thomsen | News

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...

Embracing Recycled Polythene: A Sustainable Shift

by Chris Thomsen | News, Whats New

In the spring of 2022, a pivotal change arrived on the horizon as the UK Government unveiled the Plastic Packaging Tax. This tax carries a vital message: it’s time for a collective shift towards sustainable packaging solutions. Let’s delve into how...

Recyclable Rope Handles

by Chris Thomsen | News, Whats New

We are excited to announce that we are now offering luxury paper bags with all-paper handles! This makes the bags easier for recycling, as the whole bag can now go in the recycling bin, provided the paper is not laminated.The ropes are knitted from rigid paper threads...

Plastic Packaging Tax

by Chris Thomsen | Carrier Bag Tax, News

A new Plastic Packaging Tax will take effect from 1 April 2022 and will encourage the use of recycled plastic within plastic packaging. The tax will apply to plastic packaging manufactured in, or imported into, the UK where the plastic used in its manufacture is less...