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This new form is available for any member of the public to submit an example of what is believed to be excessive packaging or a good example of packaging.
Once all of your details have been submitted, recycle-more will contact the supplier of the packaging on your behalf. The supplier will be asked to reply to why the product has been packaged in that way.
Recycle-more will then forward the response back to the person who submitted the query.
To submit a packaging example please follow this link:
www.recycle-more.co.uk/haveYourSay/haveYourSay.aspx

Who will be involved in the process?

The recycle-more team will process each submission and contact the appropriate suppliers of the packaging in question.
We are also working with a range of other organisations including Trading Standards and SWAG, please visit the links section for further details of these organisations.

Will recycle-more always be able to answer my query?

Unfortunately there may be some instances that we are unable to help with. In these situations we will inform you and pass the matter on to Trading Standards or the appropriate organisation.

How long will the process take?

We will endeavour to have an answer to your packaging query within one month. To make the process as quick as possible, we ask that you fill in as many details about the packaging on the online form as possible.

Why do I need to upload an image?

We request an image to help us to correctly identify the product your query relates to. This enable us to quickly contact the supplier of the packaging on your behalf.

Will my contact details be forwarded to any other parties?

No. Your contact details will be used only by recycle-more (a Valpak Ltd initiative) to contact you regarding your packaging submission.

What happens if I don't want to give my contact details?

If you would prefer not to give full contact details on the online form, you can either email recycle-more@valpak.co.uk or call us on 08450 682 572.

Why is recycle-more interested in excess packaging?

recycle-more are looking at this topic due to all of the consumer, government, and industry interest. We felt that consumers had a right to air their views whilst giving industry the opportunity to provide feedback and take a second look at their packaging. recycle-more aims to provide up to date information for everyone in this area to inform people on what's being done to ensure packaging is as minimal as reasonably possible to complete its task.

How can I help stop excess packaging?

As consumers we can choose the best packaged (least wasteful) products, also now if you feel a product is still over packaged you can fill out our online form, once you have completed this, and submitted it to the recycle more team we will investigate whether or not the product is over packaged and get back to you.

What is the government doing to reduce packaging waste?

The government is encouraging companies to minimise their packaging and also to contribute to the cost of the packaging being recycled therefore reducing the amount of waste going to landfill. The government has set up an organisation called WRAP who helps individuals, businesses and local authorities to reduce waste and recycle more, making better use of resources and helping to tackle climate change. WRAP works closely with industry and keeps people up to date with changes or things going on that they can get involved with.

What responsibilities do manufacturers & retailers have to reduce packaging waste?

The Packaging Waste Regulations were established in the UK in 1997 after the European Directive was set up in 1994 manufacturers and retailers have to adhere to government regulations where packaging is concerned. As well as the government encouraging companies to recycle 60% of all UK packaging, a rise in consumer interest in the area the environment and recycling. This means that companies must now show that they are aware of their customer needs and incorporate these desires into the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and good practice of their business.

What do packaging symbols mean?

For information on the packaging symbols please click here.

Where can I recycle my packaging waste?

Depending on the type of packaging it can be recycled by taking it to a recycling bank or tip.

Why do manufacturers use different types of plastic which I can not recycle?

Manufacturers use the best packaging depending on the product, for example a company may have to use a different or un-recyclable plastic because it keeps the product fresh for longer providing it with a longer shelf life. Which is better all round for the suppliers and consumers.

If you have any further questions for the recycle-more team please feel free to email us.