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Two Sides Looks at The UK’s New Packaging Tax

Ellie Ireland writes in the Two Sides newsletter that the UK is preparing to roll out a new packaging levy under the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) scheme—a move that will shift the financial burden of packaging waste management from taxpayers to the businesses that produce the packaging. With the potential to raise up to £2 billion annually, the policy is designed to encourage companies to adopt more sustainable packaging and improve recycling infrastructure. However, it also raises concerns about increased costs for both businesses and consumers. She notes that for businesses, the key will be to balance cost management with sustainability goals. For consumers, the hope is that increased investment in recycling infrastructure will lead to better waste management and more transparent, effective environmental policies.

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