Science
Monday, 6/29, 09:08 PM
UK's bottle-and-can deposit scheme could nudge up drink prices, industry warns
- Britain's long-delayed deposit return scheme for drinks containers is due to launch in October 2027, asking shoppers to pay a small refundable deposit on every bottle and can.
- Supporters say it will transform recycling; the drinks industry warns the added costs could push up the price of a drink.