Key Points
- The UK plans to introduce a deposit return scheme in 2027, adding a 20p refundable deposit to single-use bottles and cans
- Consumers can get refunds by returning containers to reverse vending machines or in-store points, to boost recycling rates
- Similar schemes abroad have reduced litter and increased recycling, but some Brits express concerns about accessibility and costs
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