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Published: 6th August 2026
OPRL welcomes UK Packaging PRO appointments
OPRL has sent congratulations on the appointment of new CEO Kerry Easter, and COO Karen Graley to the UK Packaging PRO. Jude Allan, MD at OPRL, said: “I would like to wish Kerry and Karen the best of luck in their new roles. It is exciting to see things move forward with strategic appointments…
Published: 23rd March 2026
OPRL welcomes UK Packaging PRO appointment
OPRL has congratulated UK Packaging PRO on its appointment to Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) for EPR for Packaging. Jude Allan, MD at OPRL, said: “We are delighted to support Karen and the team at UK Packaging PRO. Collaboration and working together are an essential part of achieving…
Published: 4th December 2025
OPRL appoints permanent Managing Director
OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) has appointed Interim MD Jude Allan as its new Managing Director. Dr Stewart Davies, Non-Exec Chair of the Board at OPRL, said, “On behalf of the board, we are glad that Jude Allan will be taking up the role of Managing Director on a permanent basis. Her…
Published: 3rd October 2025
OPRL welcomes PackUK RAM roadmap
OPRL has welcomed the publication of PackUK’s Recyclability Assessment Methodology (RAM) 2025-2030 roadmap, describing it as a valuable tool for brands navigating the complexity of packaging EPR. Alice Harlock, Director of Technical and Member Services at OPRL, said: “Mapping out key dates and…
Published: 24th July 2025
OPRL welcomes new appointments to PackUK
Jude Allan, Interim MD at OPRL, said: “In support of our members across the packaging sector, OPRL has spent the last few years working collaboratively towards the implementation of Extended Producer Responsibility for packaging (pEPR). This has been a remarkable feat, and we must recognise the…
Published: 2nd July 2025
OPRL research shows latest consumer attitudes to recycling
Research from OPRL shows that labelling remains the number one driver for consumers looking to recycle packaging. According to OPRL’s latest survey, which polled over 5,000 British consumers, 89 per cent look for information on the pack, while 81 per cent use the OPRL ‘Recycle’ label when…
