Packaging: Recycling
2026-05-17 · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs · HL193 · Official question
Question
To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the impact of the Packaging Recovery Note system in investment in the UK recycling infrastructure and recycling rates; and whether they plan to reform or abolish that system.
Answer
The Packaging Waste Recycling Note (PRN) system has supported an increase in packaging waste recycling rates from 45% in 2003 to 64.7% in 2023 and has continued to support delivery of recycling targets. The system generated £322m in revenue from the sale ...