BBPA urges Government to continue reviewing "punishing" estimated EPR fees
Published on: 1st Oct 2024
BBPA urges Government to continue reviewing "punishing" estimated EPR fees
Emma McClarkin, CEO of British Beer and Pub Association, said:
“While the revised estimates are a welcome step in the right direction, Government must recognise that they are still proposing punishing additional costs on brewers next year, with figures up to £138m or up to 4.3p per glass bottle, and higher still for larger bottles, leaving some brewers - even with the revision - no option but to leave the glass bottle market.
“Given the incredibly narrow margins UK brewers operate to, this means they’ll be forced to pass on these extra costs to the consumer if they want to carry on making their beer.
“The sector is, of course, committed to a more circular economy and sustainable packaging solutions, but it is critical that Government properly considers the full impact of these fees and wider packaging reforms on our industry which will severely diminish growth and risk jobs.
“We urge them to continue to review these fees and ensure they are fairer and more sustainable, so we can continue to play a critical role for the UK’s economy and employment.”