The newly published FDF report found that manufacturers are committed to growth, with over four in ten planning to increase their investment over the next year.
A Parliamentary committee has questioned the clarity and delays to Defra's collection and packaging reforms, which include Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), Deposit Returns Scheme (DRS) and Simpler Recycling).
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Food processing ensures we have easy access to a wide range of delicious, nutritious and safe food and drink for families whatever their budget.
The UK food and drink industry relies on packaging to help protect food, prevent food waste, and contribute to wider sustainability goals.
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