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...
Companies share thoughts on plastic packaging tax
PLASTIC packaging manufactured in, or imported into, the UK containing less than 30% recycled plastic will be subject to a tax of £200 per...
New recycling scheme for food storage containers and reusable plastic water bottles launched
A free recycling programme for any brand of food storage containers and reusable plastic water bottles has been launched.
Designed to allow households to recycle...
Waitrose launches wrap-free flower bouquets
WAITROSE is to launch two wrap-free flower bouquets this Mother's Day as part of its commitment to reduce its impact on the environment.
Both bouquets...
Aquapak appoints sustainability specialist to advisory board
AQUAPAK Polymers has appointed sustainability and circular economy specialist Debbie Luffman to its advisory board.
Debbie has over 20 years’ experience of working in fashion,...
Fresh call made for drinks producers to sign up to deposit return scheme
DRINKS producers have again been urged to register for Scotland's impending deposit return scheme (DRS) ahead of it going live on August 16.
First Minister...
James Cropper celebrates role in creating plastic-free paper poppy
THIS year’s Poppy Appeal has launched with the first ever plastic-free poppy made entirely from James Cropper paper.
Working with the Royal British Legion (RBL),...
Recycled content guidelines in plastic packaging launched
THE British Plastics Federation (BPF) has teamed up with the Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association (CTPA) and the Food and Drink Federation (FDF) to...
Carte D’Or switches to paper packs
UNILEVER has launched new paper-based packs across its entire range of Carte D'Or ice cream.
It said the move will see the brand use 93%...
Mondi and Robopac collaborate on paper stretch wrapping solution
MONDI has teamed up with Robopac, a manufacturer of pallet wrapping machinery, to offer a 'seamless and more sustainable' paper wrapping solution for pallet...
