News

Plastic cutlery ban in England from 1 October

Plastic cutlery, plates and polystyrene will be banned in England from 1 October 2023. We take a closer look at the rules.

Running a Business

What is Extended Producer Responsibility?

Extended Producer Responsibility puts the responsibility for recycling packaging materials back onto the manufacturer or importer. It will come into effect this year and cost UK businesses an additional £1.4bn in compliance fees

Partner content

The importance of custom and sustainable packaging when growing your brand

Packaging is more than just a pretty face. It’s a brand-builder that sends would be customers clear signals about the things your business stands for. Ambitious brands must get it right or risk being outpaced by the competition

Legal advice

Plastic Packaging Tax – what does it mean for my small business?

From April 2022, businesses will be liable to pay Plastic Packaging Tax. We explore what it is and whether it will affect you

Marketing

The most appealing part of a product’s packaging revealed

What matters most about packaging? According to new research, colour and imagery are the most appealing to consumers.

Marketing

Five benefits of printed cartons for packaging

Printed packaging is an effective way to communicate the appearance, quality and other qualities of a product. Sometimes, print design also helps establish the personality of the product and the brand.