Government extend plastic bag charge to all retailers f...
DEFRA announce extension of plastic bag charge to all retailers, as well as doubling of the charge
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UK Plastic Packaging Tax vs EU Plastic Levy - What is t...
We're demystifying confusion around the UK & EU's new plastic tax/levy; here's what you need to know
Environment Agency release the verified recycling data ...
On 10 August, the EA released the verified recycling data for Q2 2020 - here's our analysis
EU announce levy on non-recyclable plastic packaging fr...
European Union to implement levy on plastic waste from 2021 as part of COVID-19 recovery plan
Packaging policy consultations delayed until 2021
DEFRA have confirmed that the three remaining packaging consultations have been delayed due to COVID
Q2 2020 Unverified Recycling Data Released - Procuremen...
On 22 July, the EA released the unverified recycling data for Q2 2020; here's our analysis
Coronavirus updates from Environment Agency for produce...
The Environment Agency communicated their latest regulatory update on 30 June - here is our summary
Over £300k of enforcement undertakings issued by Enviro...
The latest list of enforcement undertakings for packaging non-compliance has been published
Member Focus: Laithwaite’s Wine achieve circular econom...
We're showcasing our packaging member Laithwaite's brilliant new sustainability initiative
Inconsistencies, mislabelling and confusion: The issue ...
Susanna Jackson discuss the Inconsistencies, mislabeling and confusion of UK recycling
Waste Increases Due to the COVID-19 Crisis
We discuss how waste increases have occurred during COVID-19
Zero Waste Warriors: Real life examples of how to reduc...
We take a look at extreme examples of zero waste warriors
Update: Environment Agency Publishes COVID-19 Regulator...
The Environment Agency published their COVID-19 Regulatory Position Statement For Producers
Our partner OSO Environmental leads the way in pursuit ...
Our partner works with our packaging member & helps them recycle 100% of their plastic waste
Q1 2020 Unverified Recycling Data Released
On 22 April, the EA released the unverified recycling data for Q1 2020; here's our analysis
2019 PRN Revenue Expenditure
A review of the expenditure of revenue generated through PRNs in 2019
Environment Agency release the verified recycling data ...
On 31 March, the EA released the verified recycling data for Q4 2019
Q4 unverified packaging recycling data released 2020
On 12 March, the EA released the unverified recycling data for Q4 2019-20; here's our analysis
Budget 2020 Announced – Plastic Tax Consultation Launch
Today (11 March), government unveiled the 2020 budget - here are the key environmental announcements
Environment Agency release the verified recycling data ...
On 11 November, the EA released the verified recycling data for Q3 2019 - here's our analysis
Environment Bill announced by Government
On 15 October 2019 the government announced their much-anticipated Environment Bill
Beyondly's Policy Leader shortlisted in recycling indus...
Our valued team member Martin has been recognised for his exceptional contribution to the industry
Bio-plastics consultation released
Government release new consultation seeking evidence on the sustainability of bio-plastics
Q2 Unverified Packaging Recycling Data Released 2019
The most recent release of recycling data (22 July 2019) for Q2 2019.
Government publish responses to packaging consultations
On 23 July, a summary of responses received to the 4 packaging related consultations were published
The Environmental Audit Committee recommends EPR for fu...
The EAC has requested that government introduce an EPR scheme for furniture waste.
Government & industry stakeholders release survey to re...
OPRL, WRAP and DEFRA have released a survey reviewing the potential impacts of Mandatory Labelling
New plastic recycling guidance document from WRAP
WRAP publish new document defining what’s recyclable & best in class polymer choices for packaging
Our Policy Researcher's views on Deposit Return Schemes...
Martin shares his thoughts on the difference between DRS direct benefits & theoretical ones
Packaging Scheme Forum urges government to act ahead of...
Official press release from Packaging Scheme Forum letter re. letter sent to DEFRA about PRN crisis
Beyondly Member Waitrose trial new plastic-free initiat...
Waitrose & Partners are trialling a new plastic-free way of packaging products called ‘Unpacked’.
Beyondly lobby for the introduction of a 2019 packaging...
We are taking action in effort to make a positive difference and improve the current PRN system...
Government confirm plastic straws, cotton buds & stirre...
Our summary of the government's response to consultation proposing a ban on certain plastic items
Beyondly respond to four packaging consultations
A summary of how we responded to the 4 government packaging consultations which closed on 12-13 May
Packaging Data Releases: Q1 Verified Recycling Data and...
Environment Agency release verified recycling data for Q1 & 1st release of total UK obligation data
2018 PRN Revenue Expenditure
A review of the expenditure of revenue generated through PRNs in 2018
Q1 2019 unverified packaging recycling data released
The Environment Agency has released the Q1 2019 unverified packaging recycling data
Environment Agency increase enforcement action on packa...
A communication from the EA in early March warned of enforcement action for packaging non-compliance
Q4 unverified packaging recycling data released 4/3/19
The Environment Agency has released the Q4 unverified packaging recycling data.
Future changes within the compliance market
We've summarised the key environmental compliance changes we are likely to see in the next 5 years