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Separate DRS in Wales will cause ‘confusion and disruption’, warns ACS

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The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has raised serious concerns in response to the Welsh government’s decision to create its own Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) specifically for Wales, instead of delivering a UK wide scheme. In a written statement published today (18 November), deputy first minister…

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