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Exchange for Change has opened Phase 1 registration for producers and retailer return points, marking an important milestone in the setup and launch of the UK’s Deposit Return Scheme (DRS).
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In July 2026, it was confirmed that the UK Government was planning to publish a consultation, in Autumn 2026, on adopting the EU Batteries Regulation (EUBR) wholesale across the UK.
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From PPWR to the Circular Economy Act, catch up on the latest developments across environmental policy and what to expect as we enter the final quarter of 2026.
With the toy and leisure industry already managing multiple regulatory demands, and electrical features becoming increasingly common across products, we explore how to prepare and navigate the wo...
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As packaging regulations in the UK and beyond become more detailed and costs become more closely linked to packaging choices, good data is becoming fundamental to commercial decision-making.
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What does the latest PPWR public register consultation mean for market access and the harmonisation of EPR across the EU?
A call for evidence has opened to gather views on Digital Product Record (DPR) policy for the UK and will close on 21 September 2026. We've broken down everything you need to know.
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Does the UK have an untracked WEEE problem? Despite having a formal system for managing WEEE, it doesn't all make its way through traceable routes. Some WEEE becomes untracked or unevidenced, mak...
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Exchange for Change has announced its intended producer fee structure and provided greater visibility of the potential fees associated with DRS, moving a step closer to its planned October 2027 l...
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As we near the end of the summer holidays and approach the end of an eventful year, get up to speed with a round up of the key policy and regulatory developments for August.
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Ellen Butler, WEEE & Batteries Data Quality & Compliance Leader, dives into the key findings within ReLondon’s latest electricals and electronics footprint report.
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The Environment Agency has extended the existing RPS 330 in England, delaying enforcement of certain pEPR reporting requirements. Explore the changes, key dates, and what they mean for you.
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Businesses are being urged to act after the Environment Agency confirmed that non-compliant organisations under ESOS are being investigated and could face enforcement action.
The PPWR now applies across the EU and Northern Ireland. Explore the Commission’s latest FAQ update and what it means for businesses.
Discover how Beyondly supported Curtins progress on their Net Zero journey whilst meeting PPN06/21 requirements and achieving carbon and energy compliance.
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As it’s the summer holidays it’s been quieter than usual, but that’s not to say that nothing is happening in the world of policy! There has been a real packaging focus, with developments spanning...
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Across the UK and EU packaging landscape, the next two to three years will be defined by evolving obligations, definitions and data expectations. Those who prepare early and plan their packaging ...
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ISO has released a draft of the new ISO 14060, the proposed Net Zero Aligned Organization Standard, for consultation. If adopted, it will become the first internationally verifiable standard for ...
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The UK's electrical waste problem is evolving rapidly. With WEEE Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) firmly on the horizon, producers who prepare now will gain a competitive advantage.
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Q1 data shows WEEE collections tracking close to the expected quarterly run rate, with treatment volumes slightly ahead of collections across all reported categories.
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Discover the latest UK and EU environmental policy updates for June 2026; including UK pEPR, PPWR, CBAM, ESPR, and more.
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Producers who pay pEPR fees have until 1 September 2026 to resubmit 2025 packaging data to affect Year 2 disposal fees and Notices of Liability.
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Producers of fibre-based composite (FBC) packaging like liquid cartons, sandwich wrappers, and ready meal containers may have been significantly overcharged by the pEPR scheme.
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On 1 July 2026, the latest methodology for assessing the recyclability of packaging was released; six months before you will have to apply it to your packaging.
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From 19 July, the next phase of the EU’s Ecodesign Regulation, ESPR, will begin for large companies. Michael Jennings details the ban on destruction of unsold goods and disclosure requirements.
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The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) officially launched Version 2.0 of its Corporate Net-Zero Standard on Thursday 11th June; marking a significant shift in how companies will set, implem...
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Alex Hilton explores why the UK's Packaging Recovery Note (PRN) system has consistently delivered national recycling targets for nearly 30 years, despite growing calls for reform.
Discover the key takeaways from Beyondly's lunchtime panel at the Walpole British Luxury Summit 2026. Joined by valued Beyondly members, Tradelinens and Gusbourne, we had the pleasure of hosting ...
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On 16th April 2026, the UK Government confirmed electricity bill cuts for over 10,000 British manufacturers under the British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme (BICS). Eligible firms will be gran...
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On 19 May 2026, HMRC opened a new consultation into the UK’s Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) regulation focusing on mandatory third-party certification for mechanically recycled plastic content.
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As of 6 April 2026, all workplaces must separate out any unwanted small waste electrical items (sWEEE) for onward recycling.
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We've outlined the key findings following the release of the SECR Post-Implementation Review on 26th May 2026, which assessed the impact of the regulations since being implemented in 2019.
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The past month we’ve seen a range of important policy and regulatory developments across both the UK and EU, with packaging, product sustainability and circular economy legislation remaining high...
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With the introduction of EU CBAM and PPWR, we've outlined why UK-EU alignment is critical for reducing costs, simplifying compliance, and achieving net zero.
Following the UK Government's recent technical consultation, discover the latest UK and EU CBAM developments; from key differences, timelines, and what they mean for businesses.
Following the release of the UK Sustainability Reporting Standards (UK SRS) S1 and S2 in February, discover the key requirements, what the standards mean for businesses, and the next steps.
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A month of relative calm in the UK was matched by rising political and regulatory tensions across the EU. Our round-up includes key updates.
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The EU Customs Reform is the largest overhaul of the EU Customs Union since 1968 and will fundamentally change how businesses supply parcels in the EU.
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On 27 April 2026, the WEEE and Batteries Team made a conscious decision to wear clothing from brands that contribute to meaningful causes or have a lower environmental impact.
On Tuesday 24th March, the Beyondly team enjoyed an insightful day exhibiting at The SHE Show North East. Discover our key highlights from a day of collaboration, community, and inspiring insight...
Discover how electricity firm, UK Power Networks, worked with Beyondly to achieve platinum certification for diverting 99.4% of recoverable waste from landfill.
As part of this year’s British Luxury Summit, Beyondly is hosting an interactive panel session with luxury organisations and Beyondly customers.
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Defra has published the final household WEEE collection targets for 2026, setting a collection target of 532,882 tonnes.
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Beyondly's circular economy expert, Chris Smith MSc (Eng) CRWM, outlines how the Circular Economy Act is set to reshape packaging and EPR across the EU and beyond.
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The Environment Agency have confirmed fees increases for the 2026 compliance year in line with inflation.
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March 2026 brought significant developments across UK and EU environmental policy. Here are some expert insights from our in-house policy specialist, Michael Jennings.
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As we celebrate our 20th year as a compliance scheme, Catherine Guy, Relationship Manager at Beyondly, takes a closer look at the key challenges producers face ahead of this compliance year.
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The EU’s Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition (ECGT) Directive will tighten enforcement on misleading environmental claims and unverified sustainability labels for any business engaging ...
