All Deposit Return Scheme articles – Page 3
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Features and analysisThe Fed urges focus on retail crime by new government
The Federation of Independent Retailers is calling for “action and not just words” when it comes to protecting independent retailers and their communities from crime
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Features and analysis75% of people support deposit return schemes across the UK
A poll conducted by TOMRA showed that most consumers are in favour of DRS
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Features and analysisGovernment confirms DRS delay until October 2027
The government has confirmed that the Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) will be pushed back until October 2027
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OpinionWhat can we learn from Ireland’s Deposit Return Scheme?
The ACS’ Ed Woodall examines the Deposit Return Scheme that was recently introduced in the Republic of Ireland
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Features and analysisTrade bodies warn over rising MUP in Scotland
It comes after the Deputy First Minister announced that the minimum unit pricing for alcohol will increase from 50p to 65p
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OpinionReflections on DRS implementation so far
The implementation of DRS has caused much confusion for retailers. ACS government relations director Edward Woodall shares his thoughts on the lessons learnt from DRS
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Features and analysisBelshill retailer Abdul Majid wins DRS judicial review case
The independent retailer has won his case against Circularity Scotland’s proposed retailer handling fees
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Features and analysisRetailers advised to lobby MPs as political parties prepare for next election
Retailers have been urged to speak to their MPs to get issues on their agenda ahead of the next general election
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Features and analysisCircularity Scotland’s administration fuels case for DRS compensation
Lorna Slater blames the UK Government for the collapse of the firm
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Features and analysisUproar over Humza Yousaf’s dismissal of DRS compensation
The Fed’s Mo Razzaq warned that the government will have ”faint credibility” if it denies industry compensation
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Features and analysisScottish Deposit Return Scheme delayed until October 2025
The scheme was due to come into effect in March 2024
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Features and analysisLegal threat issued by The Fed over DRS debacle
The group is ready to fight for compensation for its members
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Features and analysisGlass should be in DRS for all UK nations, say Scots
A poll of over 1,000 Scots revealed they are in favour of including glass in all the UK’s Deposit Return Schemes
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Features and analysisSchool kids trial DRS reverse vending machine at Mo’s Premier store
Mo hopes the scheme will help to tackle littering in the area
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Features and analysisChanges to Scottish Deposit Return Scheme unveiled
The proposed changes focus mainly on suppliers and the hospitality sector
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Features and analysisScottish Deposit Return Scheme delayed until March 2024
The scheme has been delayed for 10 months to help businesses “get ready”
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Products In DepthEight things you need to know about Carbonated Soft Drinks
Find out what’s giving fizzy drinks their sparkle
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Features and analysisThe Fed calls on Humza Yousaf to push ahead with DRS
The Scottish first minister has previously stated that he would be looking to delay DRS
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Features and analysisAlmost half of Scottish retailers unsure about approach to DRS
Research by the ACS has found 47% of retailers in Scotland are unsure about how they will approach DRS
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Features and analysisBook your tickets for The Convenience Conference 2023
The Convenience Conference 2023 takes place on 6 June at Kings Place in London