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15 Jan 2021 Environment

BPF Roadmap Shows Way To Massively Reduce Plastic Waste Exports by 2030

The British Plastics Federation (BPF) has released a roadmap showing how the UK recycling industry could expand over the next ten years, more than tripling the amount of plastic waste recycled in UK facilities, if the right drivers are in place.

Invest in the infrastructure and we can revolutionise the UK’s recycling industry

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12 Jan 2021 Coronavirus

Invest in the infrastructure and we can revolutionise the UK’s recycling industry

Government investment is crucial for the British Plastics Federation to meet the “ambitious” forecast it outlines to revolutionise the UK’s plastic recycling industry.

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06 Jan 2021 Environment

BPF Launches New Report: Sustainability in the Plastics Supply Chain

The UK’s leading plastics trade association, the British Plastics Federation (BPF), has launched its first sustainability report looking at wider sustainability initiatives from across the industry.

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17 Dec 2020 Brexit

BPF Highlights COVID-19 Impact on Plastics Industry’s Brexit Preparations

The Director General of the British Plastics Federation (BPF) last week gave evidence to the Business Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) Select Committee on the preparedness of the UK plastics industry for Brexit.

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11 Nov 2020 Economy

BPF Launches New E-learning Platform And Offers First Course For Free

To celebrate the launch of the British Plastics Federation’s (BPF) new e-learning platform, PolymerCourses.com, the trade association is offering the first course featured on the platform for free (normally £120) for the first 200 people to register.

There’s a sustainable future for plastic – and businesses, consumers and governments all need to take action

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10 Nov 2020 Economy

There’s a sustainable future for plastic – and businesses, consumers and governments all need to take action

This week, Suntory Beverage & Food GB&I (SBF GB&I) is launching our new Ribena bottle, helping to fully realise the potential for a circular economy.

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05 Nov 2020 Coronavirus

BPF Highlights the Plastic Industry’s Impressive Response to COVID-19

The British Plastics Federation (BPF) has released a document highlighting the important contribution of the plastics industry in the fight against COVID-19 through the manufacture of PPE and critical infrastructure materials.

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04 Nov 2020 Coronavirus

BPF hosts its first ever ‘virtual’ Annual Dinner

The BPF hosted its 87th Annual Dinner in October, in the form of an online ‘Virtual Get Together’, which featured a speech to the plastics industry from Nadhim Zahawi, the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State at the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS).

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02 Oct 2020 Coronavirus

British Plastics Federation responds to the government’s PPE Strategy

The British Plastics Federation (BPF) was pleased to see the publication of the government’s Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Strategy, which details how the government is preparing for a second wave of COVID-19 or a concurrent pandemic alongside usual seasonal pressures.

How are Coca-Cola European Partners contributing to the UK’s sustainable future?

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25 Sep 2020 Environment

How are Coca-Cola European Partners contributing to the UK’s sustainable future?

At CCEP, we’re more passionate than ever about the role we can play in the vision for a fully circular economy.

Coca-Cola European Partners reaches major sustainability milestone

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22 Sep 2020 Environment

Coca-Cola European Partners reaches major sustainability milestone

All plastic bottles made in Great Britain across core portfolio already 100% recyclable and will now use 50% recycled plastic

31 Aug 2020 Environment

Plastic bag fee doubles to 10p and extended to all shops in England

The fee to use a plastic carrier bag will double to 10p and be extended to all shops in England, the Government has announced.

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19 Aug 2020 Environment

HMRC must “stay the course” on plastics tax plans

The Environmental Services Association (ESA) has today urged Government to “stay the course” on its plans to implement a tax on the use of virgin and single-use plastics, as the extended public consultation period draws to a close tomorrow (20 August 2020).

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16 Jul 2020 Economy

Coca-Cola European Partners invests in creation of circular economy for PET in Western Europe

CCEP Ventures funding for CuRe Technology supports progress towards eliminating virgin oil-based PET from its packaging.

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13 Jul 2020 Coronavirus

UK Manufacturing - the road to return?

Last month’s Civitas report on reviving manufacturing after the COVID 19 argues some interesting perspectives on ailments of the UK economy and the possible solutions ahead.

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13 Jul 2020 Coronavirus

Transcending these difficult times

The power of packaging to innovate for society’s benefit has recently seen an impressive demonstration by Transcend Packaging.

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08 Jul 2020 Coronavirus

British Plastics Federation welcomes the £2bn Green Homes Grant

The British Plastics Federation welcomes the £2bn Green Homes Grant announced by the chancellor today.

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08 Jul 2020 Coronavirus

BPF Response to Mini Budget 2020

Please see below for a response to the UK government's 'Mini-Budget' announced today, from Philip Law, Director General of the British Plastics Federation:

14 Apr 2020 Coronavirus

Plastics industry shines in fight against Covid-19

The UK plastics industry is playing a key role in the fight against COVID-19, with many companies going to great lengths to meet sudden spikes in demand for key products, ranging from medical packaging to components for ventilators.

25 Mar 2020 Environment

The sea is not a waste dump. We must back Government legislation to help clean up our oceans

As an island nation, protecting our ocean environment and marine life is especially important. Measures taken now will safeguard Britain’s natural treasures.

24 Mar 2020 Environment

The packaging industry has a crucial role to play in the move towards a circular economy

More effective use of materials means lower costs and less waste. From improving packaging design to enabling easy recycling, we need action on multiple fronts.

24 Mar 2020 Environment

It’s time to put an end to our throwaway culture

Government must transform the way Britain manages resources and waste. The technology exists; what’s needed are the incentives and business models to drive radical change.

20 Mar 2020 Coronavirus

BPF Letter to Government In Response to Coronavirus

The BPF has written to key members of parliament, asking that large parts of our sector are classified as ‘key workers’ as the plastics industry plays a vital role within many industries and is necessary to help feed and house our nation, as well as to help manage its waste.