Tag: Circular Economy Bill

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SRC calls on ScotGov to scrap ‘latte levy’

The SRC has called on the Scottish Government to scrap the upcoming levy on disposable cups, stating retailers already face other costly legislation.
A Costa Coffee Express machine is next to an image of Gillian Martin, acting net zero secretary.

Time ‘is not right’ for single-use cup charge

Convenience chiefs say now is not the right time economically to introduce a 25p charge on all single-use drink cups. They hit out after the Scottish Government announced it was opening a new public consultation on the proposal.
Gillian Martin, acting net zero secretary, stands in Scottish Parliament with the Scotland flag behind her.

Circular Economy Bill receives public backing

The Circular Economy Bill set to introduce charges on single-use disposable items has received support from the public following a consultation.
Mo Razzaq stands at a podium with The Fed logo on it.

The Fed weighs in on Circular Economy bill

Newly elected national president of The Fed Mo Razzaq has set out a pledge to support retailers set to lose out on the incoming Circular Economy Bill.
Scottish Grocers' Federation chief executive Pete Cheema.

SGF slams ScotGov’s approach on Circular Economy bill

SGF chief executive Pete Cheema has said ministers should have worked with businesses on the introduction of the Circular Economy Bill.
Picture of Gillian Martin minister for climate action at the Scottish Government.

MSPs pass new bill on single-use item charges

The Scottish Government has passed its Circular Economy Bill that will give local authorities the power to add extra charges on disposable single-use items.
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