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OPRL has welcomed the appointment of Linda Crichton MBE to its board as a Non-Executive Director. With a career spanning environmental consultancy, WRAP, and Defra, Linda brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in waste management, recycling, and pac
OPRL has welcomed the appointment of Linda Crichton MBE to its board as a Non-Executive Director. With a career spanning environmental consultancy, WRAP, and Defra, Linda brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in waste management, recycling, and packaging policy. OPRL’s Interim Managing…
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OPRL applauds director Karen Graley’s appointment to EPR PRO
OPRL is delighted with news of the appointment of Karen Graley as Head of the EPR Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO). Graley is also a non-executive director at OPRL. Interim MD Jude Allan congratulated Graley on her new role, saying, “Karen is the perfect person for this key role at a…
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OPRL: Recyclability Assessment Methodology for pEPR brings clarification for business and labelling
OPRL has embraced the publication by Defra and the pEPR Scheme Administrator of the Recyclability Assessment Methodology (RAM) for Packaging EPR. Jude Allan, Interim MD at OPRL, described it as valuable clarification both for businesses and for labelling. Allan said: “The arrival of eco-modulation…
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New OPRL Recyclability Assessment Tool helps brands meet the demands of pEPR
OPRL’s newly-launched Recyclability Assessment Tool is an interactive tool designed to help brands make informed choices around packaging design and reduce financial obligations under pEPR. Alice Harlock, Director of Technical and Member Services at OPRL, described the latest development as an…
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OPRL member poll links key sustainability goals to UK packaging reforms
A recent OPRL poll shows that, for the majority of brands surveyed, key sustainability goals tie in with the aims of the UK packaging reforms. Over half of those polled during the OPRL webinar (57.7 per cent), named plastic reduction as a key sustainability goal. Increasing recycled content came a…
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OPRL awards ‘Recycle’ label to first seaweed-based packaging
A start-up business based in Wales is the first company to use the OPRL ‘Recycle’ label for seaweed-based packaging. PlantSea’s packaging comes in a range of weights and can be used to replace paper and card to make stationery, boxes and bags. Manufactured from seaweed-derived fibres blended…
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LGA consumer survey mirrors OPRL research
OPRL’s Managing Director Jude Allan welcomes recent research conducted by the Local Government Association around packaging and waste. The online survey found that nine in 10 (88 per cent) of people believe that packaging should have clearer labelling. It also stated that councils are ‘six…
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OPRL appoints Jude Allan as interim Managing Director
OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) has appointed Jude Allan as interim MD, to cover Dr Margaret Bates’ secondment to Defra. Bates will spend up to two years seconded as Head for the UK Extended Producer Responsibility (pEPR) for Packaging Scheme Administrator. She welcomed Allan’s appointment…
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OPRL response: Simpler Recycling offers clarity and welcome choice on collection systems
Responding to the government announcement on Simpler Recycling, Margaret Bates, Executive Director at OPRL, described the statement as a prompt and clear message that will make planning and operations more efficient for local authorities, packaging producers and waste managers. Bates said: “Defra…
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OPRL response: Government announcement on Simpler Recycling offers clarity and welcome choice for collection systems
On Saturday 21 October, Defra announced its plan for Simpler Recycling – new legislation for local authority recycling collections that was broadcast during the Prime Minister’s recent announcement on net zero. Responding to the government announcement, Dr Margaret Bates, Executive Director at…
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OPRL welcomes new chair Dr Stewart Davies as founder Jane Bevis stands down
The UK’s expert on recycling labelling, OPRL, has appointed Dr Stewart Davies as its new chair. Davies – who also brings his waste and resources expertise to his role as non-executive board member at the Environment Agency – joins at a time when accurate packaging labelling and claims…
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OPRL calls for clarity and stakeholder engagement ahead of EPR deadline
Responding to the announcement of a [length of time here if available] delay to the roll-out of EPR, OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) calls for government and stakeholders to make use of the time to deliver greater clarity and build on stakeholder engagement. Margaret Bates, Executive Director at…
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OPRL advises businesses to spend time wisely to avoid unnecessary EPR costs
Responding to the announcement of a [length of time here if available] delay to the roll-out of EPR, OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) cautions businesses not to rest on their laurels. Margaret Bates, Executive Director at OPRL, said: “The delay offers an opportunity for those ready to use the time…
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OPRL celebrates impact as it launches search for new Chair
As founding Director and Chair of OPRL, Jane Bevis, prepares to step down, she reflects on the organisation’s huge growth and impact. Commenting on the move to a non-executive chair, Jane Bevis said “OPRL’s reach and impact have been transformed over the last five years, and our board and…
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OPRL research shows consumer support for recycling, while over half name confusion as greatest barrier
New research commissioned by OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) shows that despite the cost of living crisis, recycling is still important for consumers. However, over half of respondents said they cannot always understand whether packaging can be recycled. Consistency and issues around trust in…
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OPRL survey shows almost a third unclear on EPR, but labelling can help producers prepare
New research into awareness around extended producer responsibility (EPR) for packaging shows that 32 per cent of respondents have gaps in their understanding of EPR obligations. Initial findings from the study, which was produced jointly by OPRL and Packaging News, with input from Defra…
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OPRL: Defra decision to retain current labels offers important clarity for consumers
OPRL (On-Packaging Recycling Label) has welcomed the government’s announcement of plans for labelling under EPR, saying the decision to adopt the recycling ‘swoosh’ and consumer information around recycling offers important continuity that will help to drive recycling participation. Executive…