Welsh Government decision on Exchange For Change’s DMO application
Our focus remains firmly on the setup of a successful deposit return scheme across the UK, and our work continues at pace to build a scheme that is as effective and efficient as possible from October 2027.
We are disappointed that our application to be the scheme administrator for the Deposit Return Scheme in Wales has not been approved.
Industry has always been clear that the right outcome is a fully interoperable deposit return scheme across all four nations from October 2027, one that reflects the realities of how the UK retail market operates.
We strongly believe that having one scheme administrator across all countries within the UK is the best way to achieve a scheme that is simple, easy and convenient for everyone.
While we were clear in our application that significant challenges existed with the regulations in Wales, we believe that our application suggested practical and effective ways to overcome these.
We are now considering an appeal of the Welsh Government’s decision, and intend to re-apply to be appointed the Deposit Management Organisation in Wales.
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