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From 1 October 2024, more materials facilities will need to sample and report their waste. Sampling and reporting will be more detailed and more frequent under the amended regulations.
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UK government interpretation of the requirements for labelling e-liquids for Great Britain
Check what classifies as plastic, recycled plastic and packaging components, and if the packaging you manufacture or import is subject to the tax.
How UK organisations that supply or import packaging should comply with extended producer responsibility (EPR) for packaging.
How product specific rules are used to identify the country of origin when importing or exporting between the UK and EU.
Find out which drinks are liable for the Soft Drinks Industry Levy, and how much you may need to pay.
Find out about the legal definitions of biofuel products, excise duty rates and the roles and responsibilities of producers from 1 April 2022.
Product recall for Podium sports drinks bottle presenting a risk of choking.
Find out if you need to use the UKCA (UK Conformity Assessed) marking on products you manufacture or handle.
This guidance provides an introductory guide to the standards and regulatory requirements that businesses may need to meet, to import and sell goods in the UK.
We are seeking views on proposals to introduce a deposit return scheme for drinks containers in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
The rules about product labelling - including special rules for retailers and manufacturers in different business sectors (like food, jewellery and toys)
Restrictions on items you can take into a court or tribunal building; going through security
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