The steering group will reconvene in January to examine the WRAP recommendation that PAS 9017 tests for microplastics during the breakdown process

The funding comes as part of the Smart Sustainable Plastic Packaging Challenge to improve the consumer and retailer packaging supply chain

An extended producer responsibility (EPR) scheme that will hold producers accountable for recyclability of products to be rolled out by July 2021 in all four nations of the UK

A study commissioned by Zero Waste Europe has found beverage carton recycling rates are lower than previously reported in Germany, Spain, Sweden and the UK

Tesco has removed over 20 million pieces of plastic from this year’s festive range, with crackers, lights, cards and puddings having been made using less single-use plastic

Alupro has launched a Christmas campaign with Santa animation that promotes the correct way to recycle aluminium

Independent analysis has identified key measures to further the environmental sustainability of reusable packaging

A survey of 13,793 people in 14 European countries has illuminated major barriers to recycling, with Every Can Counts calling for better recycling infrastructure and more education for consumers.

Annual data shows Pact members have cut unnecessary plastic use and increased plastic recycling.

UK recycling collection rates are increasing, but the overall rate for April 2019 – March 2020 remains at 39 per cent