UK packaging producer responsibility system reform: partial island communities screening assessment

Next steps

42. This partial screening document has explored several island-related topics in relation to the reform of the UK packaging EPR system. These are:

a. Impact on the price of goods

b. Impacts on island producers

c. Reduction in litter impacts

d. The Shetland energy from waste plant

e. Changes to local authority funding

f. Transport issues

g. Impacts from the take-back of disposable fibre-based cups

43. At this stage, we do not anticipate that this policy will have a significantly different impact for island communities, relative to other communities, so long as the distinct geographies of the islands are taken into account. However, we recognise that engagement with island representatives is essential to fully understand the island context. As such, we intend to engage with the island local authorities and any private waste service providers during the consultation period.

44. This engagement will allow us to develop a better understanding of the areas discussed in this partial screening document, as well as providing an opportunity to identify any additional issues.

45. Following on from this, a full screening assessment will be produced, and this will be used to determine whether an ICIA is required.