Reforming the packing waste recycling note (PRN) system

  • by Defra
  • 14 August 2026
  • 1 min read

Tell us what you think about possible reforms to the PRN system, which is used by producers to comply with their recycling obligations.

We want to know what you think about possible reforms to the packaging waste recycling note (PRN) and packaging export recycling note (PERN) system.

The consultation document sets out possible changes we could make to improve the system.

The changes aim to level the playing field between UK domestic reprocessors and exporters and reduce the risk of fraud and error.

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Source: Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

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