The Senedd has today (25 March 2026) voted in favour of new regulations that will establish a Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) in Wales from October 2027.
The decision marks another important step in Wales’ journey towards a circular economy and tackling litter.
A DRS works by adding a small deposit to the price of drinks in eligible containers when they are bought. Members of the public will get that money back when they return the empty container to a designated return point, such as a machine in a supermarket or shop. The containers are then collected and recycled or reused, keeping valuable materials out of landfill and off the streets.
For further information please select the following link: Deposit Return Scheme for Wales approved to tackle litter and drive reuse | GOV.WALES.