UKukpga/2021/30Enacted

Environment Act 2021 (EPR/DRS/packaging framework)

Jurisdiction:
United Kingdom
Type:
EPR · Deposit Return · Recycled Content · Other
Last action:
Jan 1, 2021
Plastic PackagingPaper PackagingGlassMetalsOrganics
Environment Act 2021 establishes the legislative framework for EPR and DRS schemes in UK packaging and waste; Part 1 sets environmental targets including resource efficiency and waste reduction; subsequent parts (not shown) contain specific EPR/DRS/packaging producer responsibility powers and recycled content mandates.

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