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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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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 ...
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California has formally appointed mission-driven nonprofit, Landbell USA, as the first Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) for textiles under the Responsible Textile Recovery Act (SB 707...
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The UK Packaging PRO has been appointment to support PackUK in the delivery of the pEPR scheme.
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In 2025, billions of goods entered the EU – but most cosmetics, PPE, and food supplements did not comply with EU rules and product standards.
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In this article, our Policy & Public Affairs Advisor, Michael Jennings, provides a rundown of the big environmental policy news from February 2026.
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Defra has published its proposed 2026 UK household WEEE collection targets, increasing the provisional total to 550,902 tonnes and inviting stakeholder feedback.
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PackUK have confirmed that there will be no change to the pre-published base fees for Year 1. This article lays out what's next for producers.
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The UK Government has agreed to make a UK Internal Market Act exclusion for Welsh Government to include single-use glass bottles in Wales as part of their Deposit Return Scheme.
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This article delves into producer pEPR fees and invoice resubmissions: how base fees are calculated, what happened in practice, why fees may now increase, and what happens next.
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To mark its 20-year anniversary, Beyondly is celebrating the defining moments and achievements that have shaped their legacy.
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Published by the Joint Research Centre (JRC) on Tuesday 13 Jan, we now have the first look at the technical proposal for harmonised packaging labels for PPWR.
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In this expert thought piece, Michael Jennings, our Policy & Public Affairs Advisor, discusses the hidden costs of packaging EPR and why preparation is key.
