Deposit Return Scheme
From 1 October 2027, a Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) will be in effect in the United Kingdom which means customers will pay a refundable deposit for certain single-use drink containers.
The countdown is now on and retailers need to be aware of what they need to do ahead of 1 October 2027.
Deposit Return Scheme Latest News
DMO becomes Exchange for Change in new identity for new DRS
UK DMO has unveiled its trading name for the upcoming DRS as Exchange for Change
UK DMO appoints Niamh Lawlor as chief financial officer
The UK DMO appoints Niamh Lawlor as its chief financial officer
Fed members share challenges of independent retailers with local MP
Two Fed members met with Mid Cheshire Labour MP, Andrew Cooper, in Winsford on Friday
2026 will be the year to test independent retailer resilience and adaptation
Spar UK’s managing director Michael Fletcher says independent retailers must focus on adaptation and partnership to navigate rising costs, policy changes and shifting shopper behaviours in 2026
ACS highlights post-election support needed for Welsh local shops
The ACS has outlined what convenience stores in Wales need from the next Welsh Government
Over half of independent retailers unaware of DRS
New research reveals widespread lack of awareness among convenience retailers about the upcoming Deposit Return Scheme
UK DMO urges convenience retailers to engage with DRS
With two years till the launch of the DRS retailers are being urged to start thinking about it
Welsh government starts process to appoint DRS management organisers
Welsh government announces process to appoint a Deposit Management Organisation
Deposit Return Scheme: Advice Guide
Deposit Return Scheme: What you need to know
The UK government has passed regulations requiring a deposit return scheme to be introduced in England and Northern Ireland by October 2027, with Scotland set to align with these timelines.
Does a Deposit Return Scheme work?
Deposit Return Schemes have been introduced in more than 50 regions worldwide, Convenience Store looks at schemes close to the UK to see how they’ve performed