Deposit Return Scheme

The implementation of Scotland's Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) has been postponed until at least October 2025. The announcement comes in response to the UK government's refusal to grant a full exemption from the Internal Market Act, according to Circular Economy Minister Lorna Slater. The UK governmen

Scottish Circular Economy Minister, Lorna Slater, is to reassess the feasibility of the nation's deposit return scheme due to a Westminster decision to exclude glass from the initiative. This scheme was slated for launch in March of next year. Ms Slater accuses the UK government of sabotaging the pr

The Scottish Government has announced that the deposit return scheme (DRS) is set to undergo changes to support small businesses and craft drinks producers. The Circular Economy Minister, Lorna Slater, announced the adjustments, which include exclusions for drinks containers under 100ml, products se

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The body representing Scotland’s SME resource and waste management operators has warned the decision to award the Scottish Government’s deposit return scheme (DRS) contract to a US-owned corporation will lead to job losses across its sector and increase CO2 emissions.

The Scottish Government's flagship recycling scheme, which involves a 20p charge on single-use bottles and cans, is facing a potential setback as the UK government plans to deny a request for a trade exemption.

As implementation of the Deposit Returns Scheme (DRS) moves forward and the August deadline approaches, the Scottish Government must address business' concerns, bring clarity over logistical issues, and listen to the experience of industry before pushing forward, writes Laura Tainsh. The Scottish Go