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The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
National
Ross Hunter

Retailers claim Deposit Return Scheme will 'fail' without clarity from government

RETAILERS have warned the launch of Scotland’s deposit return scheme (DRS) will fail if ministers do not deliver a clear blueprint.

In crunch talks with circular economy minister Lorna Slater on Monday, the Scottish Retail Consortium (SRC) warned that shoppers face major disruption when the scheme launches in August.

Every business operating in Scotland which sells drink cans or bottles will be required to introduce a takeback system.

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