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Find out how to submit brand details to HMRC for Scotch Whisky, Irish Whiskey, Irish Cream, Irish Poteen, Somerset Cider Brandy and Single Malt Welsh Whisky if you're a verified bottler.
A guide to collecting data about your packaging. This is for UK organisations affected by extended producer responsibility (EPR) for packaging.
Labelling rules for businesses in Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales) and retailers in Northern Ireland, for certain agri-food products moved under the Northern Ireland Retail Movement Scheme.
Pharmacy, prescription-only (POM), and general sale list (GSL) medicines: apply to move your medicine to a different classification.
Waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) - retailer and wholesaler responsibilities, waste collection and compliance schemes.
Protect your brand by registering it as a trade mark - how to apply, fees, responding to objections to your trade mark, using the ® symbol
Find out about applying for the Spirit Drinks Verification Scheme, how to submit brand information, fees and making sure your production process is compliant.
How to assess household and non-household packaging from 2024 onwards if you’re a UK organisation affected by extended producer responsibility (EPR) for packaging.
The Department for Business and Trade has announced the 10 SME winners of the 2024 Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards.
The rules about product labelling - including special rules for retailers and manufacturers in different business sectors (like food, jewellery and toys)
Comply with good manufacturing practice (GMP) and good distribution practice (GDP), and prepare for an inspection.
How UK organisations that supply or import packaging should comply with extended producer responsibility (EPR) for packaging.
Guide for overseas investors on how to access NHS procurement channels.
What to do if you think you are a victim of identity theft or fraud, and what signs to look out for.
Look up a trade mark to see if something identical or similar to your brand is already registered.
Obligated packaging producers must register and meet their waste packaging recycling responsibilities.
Substances that are classed as persistent organic pollutants (POPs) and when you're allowed to use them.
Don’t include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details.
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