The Circular | Q2 2026<\/h1><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>Your latest updates on WEEE, batteries and packaging compliance<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span>Welcome to The Circular | Q2 2026<\/h3><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>Thanks to all of you who took the time to provide us with feedback on what you particularly value from a newsletter.\u00a0 We listened \u2013 and hope you like our new look newsletter!<\/p>\n
There\u2019s plenty to get into this quarter\u2014and a clear sense that UK compliance expectations are continuing to tighten across the board.<\/p>\n
From HMRC\u2019s proposed shift to mandatory third-party certification for Plastic Packaging Tax (consultation closing on 10 August 2026), to the Nation of Sale data requirements for packaging now in effect, the direction of travel is clear: greater scrutiny, more robust data, and less room for uncertainty.<\/p>\n
We\u2019re also taking a closer look at what\u2019s coming next. From changes in RAM for 2027 (expected release July), to changes in relation to vape waste (Category 15 WEEE evidence can be issued from 12 August) and emerging risks linked to fast-moving, low-cost electronics, staying ahead of compliance is becoming more complex\u2014but also more critical.<\/p>\n
As always, we\u2019ve pulled together the key updates, insights and practical actions to help you stay informed and prepared.<\/p>\n
Why not take a closer look below\u2026<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/span>Featured Stories<\/h2><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span>Must Read –<\/span> Nation of Sale: What you should do now<\/h3><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>With Nation of Sale data collection now mandatory for the 2026 compliance year, here are three steps to make sure you are ready for the first submission in April 2027.<\/p>\n
\u2714 Check<\/strong> your order and sales systems are capturing the UK nation of supply (England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland) at transaction level for every relevant packaging activity from 1 January 2026.<\/p>\n\u2714 Document<\/strong> your data collection methodology so it is accurate, auditable and ready to support your first mandatory Nation of Sale submission, due 1 April 2027.<\/p>\n\u2714 Speak<\/strong> to your ERP UK compliance account manager if you are unsure whether your current data approach meets the requirement.<\/p>\n<\/div>To read the full requirement<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>![\"Nation](\"https:\/\/erp-recycling.org\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/51\/2026\/05\/Nation-of-Sale-Reporting-Requirements-Explained-1-scaled.jpeg\" "\\"Nation")
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span>Expert Insight:<\/span> The Road to RAM 2027<\/h3><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>RAM continues to be one of the most common topics landing in our inboxes, so we wanted to tackle some of the questions we’re hearing most often.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/span>What is RAM and does it affect my fees?<\/h4><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>RAM (Recyclability Assessment Methodology) is a Red, Amber and Green rating system that determines the eco-modulation multipliers applied to your packaging EPR fees.
\nPut simply, packaging rated Red attracts higher fees, while packaging that has not been assessed defaults to Red automatically.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/span>When does RAM 2027 come into force and what changes?<\/h4><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>RAM 2027 is due to be published by PackUK in July 2026 and will apply to packaging supplied from January 2027.
\nThe cost implications are expected to increase over time, with the eco-modulation multiplier for Red-rated packaging rising from 1.2x in 2026\/27 to 1.6x in 2027\/28 and 2.0x in 2028\/29.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/span>What should I be doing now to prepare?<\/h4><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>This standstill period provides a valuable opportunity to review your packaging against the current RAM v1.1 criteria and identify any materials that may be classed as Red-rated before the new requirements take effect.<\/p>\n
ERP UK’s LAMB<\/strong> tool can help you review and validate your RAM data ahead of submission, giving you greater confidence in your reporting. Speak to your account manager if you’d like support.<\/p>\nAs Tracey Joyce, ERP UK’s Data Services Manager, explains:<\/p>\n
“The RAM 2027 update lands in July 2026, and with eco-modulation multipliers set to increase year on year, the time to assess your packaging is now, not later. Producers who act during this standstill period will be far better placed to manage their fees as the rules tighten.”<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span>Don’t wait until the new rules arrive<\/h4><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>With RAM 2027 guidance expected shortly and fee impacts set to increase over the coming years, now is the ideal time to understand your packaging data, review potential risks and explore opportunities for improvement.<\/p>\n<\/div>
Take a closer look at what RAM 2027 could mean for your business\u2014and how ERP UK can help you prepare with confidence.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>Read the full article<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>![\"RAM](\"https:\/\/erp-recycling.org\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/51\/2026\/06\/RAM-2027-Roadmap_blog_RAM-202-scaled.jpeg\" "\\"RAM")
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span>Get ahead –<\/span> Plastic Packaging Tax: Mandatory Third-Party Certification on the Way<\/h3><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>HMRC’s consultation, open until 10th August 2026, proposes replacing self-declarations with mandatory third-party certification for mechanically recycled plastic packaging. Two chain-of-custody models are under consideration, and, without a valid certificate, packaging will be taxable at \u00a3228.82 per tonne. Manufacturers, importers and recyclers with international supply chains should review the proposals now.<\/p>\n<\/div>
Your latest updates on WEEE, batteries and packaging compliance<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div> Thanks to all of you who took the time to provide us with feedback on what you particularly value from a newsletter.\u00a0 We listened \u2013 and hope you like our new look newsletter!<\/p>\n There\u2019s plenty to get into this quarter\u2014and a clear sense that UK compliance expectations are continuing to tighten across the board.<\/p>\n From HMRC\u2019s proposed shift to mandatory third-party certification for Plastic Packaging Tax (consultation closing on 10 August 2026), to the Nation of Sale data requirements for packaging now in effect, the direction of travel is clear: greater scrutiny, more robust data, and less room for uncertainty.<\/p>\n We\u2019re also taking a closer look at what\u2019s coming next. From changes in RAM for 2027 (expected release July), to changes in relation to vape waste (Category 15 WEEE evidence can be issued from 12 August) and emerging risks linked to fast-moving, low-cost electronics, staying ahead of compliance is becoming more complex\u2014but also more critical.<\/p>\n As always, we\u2019ve pulled together the key updates, insights and practical actions to help you stay informed and prepared.<\/p>\n Why not take a closer look below\u2026<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> With Nation of Sale data collection now mandatory for the 2026 compliance year, here are three steps to make sure you are ready for the first submission in April 2027.<\/p>\n \u2714 Check<\/strong> your order and sales systems are capturing the UK nation of supply (England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland) at transaction level for every relevant packaging activity from 1 January 2026.<\/p>\n \u2714 Document<\/strong> your data collection methodology so it is accurate, auditable and ready to support your first mandatory Nation of Sale submission, due 1 April 2027.<\/p>\n \u2714 Speak<\/strong> to your ERP UK compliance account manager if you are unsure whether your current data approach meets the requirement.<\/p>\n<\/div> RAM continues to be one of the most common topics landing in our inboxes, so we wanted to tackle some of the questions we’re hearing most often.<\/p>\n<\/div> RAM (Recyclability Assessment Methodology) is a Red, Amber and Green rating system that determines the eco-modulation multipliers applied to your packaging EPR fees. RAM 2027 is due to be published by PackUK in July 2026 and will apply to packaging supplied from January 2027. This standstill period provides a valuable opportunity to review your packaging against the current RAM v1.1 criteria and identify any materials that may be classed as Red-rated before the new requirements take effect.<\/p>\n ERP UK’s LAMB<\/strong> tool can help you review and validate your RAM data ahead of submission, giving you greater confidence in your reporting. Speak to your account manager if you’d like support.<\/p>\n As Tracey Joyce, ERP UK’s Data Services Manager, explains:<\/p>\n “The RAM 2027 update lands in July 2026, and with eco-modulation multipliers set to increase year on year, the time to assess your packaging is now, not later. Producers who act during this standstill period will be far better placed to manage their fees as the rules tighten.”<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div> With RAM 2027 guidance expected shortly and fee impacts set to increase over the coming years, now is the ideal time to understand your packaging data, review potential risks and explore opportunities for improvement.<\/p>\n<\/div> Take a closer look at what RAM 2027 could mean for your business\u2014and how ERP UK can help you prepare with confidence.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div> HMRC’s consultation, open until 10th August 2026, proposes replacing self-declarations with mandatory third-party certification for mechanically recycled plastic packaging. Two chain-of-custody models are under consideration, and, without a valid certificate, packaging will be taxable at \u00a3228.82 per tonne. Manufacturers, importers and recyclers with international supply chains should review the proposals now.<\/p>\n<\/div>Welcome to The Circular | Q2 2026<\/h3><\/span>
Featured Stories<\/h2><\/span>
Must Read –<\/span> Nation of Sale: What you should do now<\/h3><\/span>
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Expert Insight:<\/span> The Road to RAM 2027<\/h3><\/span>
What is RAM and does it affect my fees?<\/h4><\/span>
\nPut simply, packaging rated Red attracts higher fees, while packaging that has not been assessed defaults to Red automatically.<\/p>\n<\/div>When does RAM 2027 come into force and what changes?<\/h4><\/span>
\nThe cost implications are expected to increase over time, with the eco-modulation multiplier for Red-rated packaging rising from 1.2x in 2026\/27 to 1.6x in 2027\/28 and 2.0x in 2028\/29.<\/p>\n<\/div>What should I be doing now to prepare?<\/h4><\/span>
Don’t wait until the new rules arrive<\/h4><\/span>
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Get ahead –<\/span> Plastic Packaging Tax: Mandatory Third-Party Certification on the Way<\/h3><\/span>
![\"Plastic](\"https:\/\/erp-recycling.org\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/51\/2026\/06\/Plastic-Packaging-Tax-Consultation-2026-Mandatory-Certification-for-Recycled-Content-Explained--scaled.jpeg\" "\\"Plastic")
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