Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: May 13, 2025

Purpose: To provide an update on the introduction of the proposed deposit return scheme and extended producer responsibility by the UK and Welsh Governments.

Content: (a)       That the content of the report and update provided on the deposit return scheme (DRS) and extended producer responsibility (EPR) for packaging, which are being progressed by Welsh Government and UK Government respectively be noted; and   (b)       That it be noted that a further report will be presented to relevant committees once further details about the DRS and EPR are known, as recommended by the Environment and Economy Overview and Scrutiny Committee.