UK Government reminded of plastic industry’s importance amidst Covid-19 pandemic
THE British Plastics Federation has written to the UK Government asking that those working in the plastics sector be classified as ‘key workers’ in regard to...
Food industry prepares for EU allergen labelling rules
NEW EU regulations on food allergen labelling come into effect in 13 December 2014, part of the Food Information for Consumers Regulation (EU) No....
20p deposit for Scotland’s bottle return scheme
THE Scottish Government has outlined plans for the nation’s deposit return scheme (DRS), which is set to include aluminium and steel cans, as well...
Macfarlane hails ‘exceptional’ contribution of employees as financial results show resilience
MACFARLANE Group has recorded a 'resilient' financial performance in the first half of 2020 despite the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic.
The Glasgow-headquarted business...
100% rPET packs to be rolled out for 500ml IRN-BRU products
AG Barr has unveiled plans to roll out out 100% recycled plastic (rPET) packs across all 500ml IRN-BRU and Rubicon products.
The new packs will...
New packaging show launches in the north
A new packaging show for the north of Britain is set to launch in Manchester later this year.
UKPackaging Expo, which takes place from September...
Plastic Packaging Tax ‘complexity’ risks accidental law-breaking
THE logistics and cost of obtaining information on packaging material could see firms opt to pay the recently introduced plastic packaging tax (PPT) without...
Jude Allan appointed OPRL MD on a permanent basis
OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) has announced that interim MD Jude Allan will be continuing in the role on a permanent basis.
She succeeds Professor Margaret...
Innovation key as Asda gives spirits range a fresh look
SUPERMARKET giant Asda has announced a revamp of its Extra Special spirits range as the battle for own-label spirits products hots up.
The retailer's Malt Whisky, Gin and...
Digital passports could prompt move to reusable packaging
A digital track and trace system is the best way to encourage businesses to switch to reusable packaging, new research from the University of...
