Plastic Packaging Tax 2023-09-05
2023-09-05
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The effectiveness of the plastic packaging tax is under scrutiny due to potential environmental and economic impacts.
What assessment has been made of the effectiveness of the plastic packaging tax?
In April this year, we announced a formal review through analysis of environmental and tax data and customer research to assess the impact of the measure. More information about the evaluation will be published later this year.
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A business in Eastbourne has made changes to meet environmental ambitions but faces challenges with sterile packaging requirements for food and pharmaceutical products, which brings their containers into scope for the plastic packaging tax.
Is there a new direction I can share with that business, or will ongoing policy reviews look at such cases?
The aim of the tax is to encourage businesses to use more recycled plastic in packaging. Following consultation, we decided to limit exemptions because they want to encourage innovation in the industry. However, all taxes remain under review.
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A proactive approach to a circular economy could create jobs and cut consumption emissions.
What circular taxation measures is the Treasury looking at to help achieve those outcomes?
We want all taxes relating to the environment to have an impact. The plastic packaging tax will assess recycling and landfill amounts. Those evaluations are part of assessing the environmental impact.
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