‘Very difficult’ for deposit scheme to go ahead without glass – Yousaf

‘Very difficult’ for deposit scheme to go ahead without glass – Yousaf

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The transcript discusses the disagreement between the UK and Scottish Governments over the deposit return scheme (DRS). It highlights the issue of devolved competency and the potential competitive disadvantage for Scottish businesses. The speaker expresses frustration and the difficulty in finding a path forward for the DRS without including certain conditions. The future of the scheme is uncertain, pending a cabinet meeting.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main issue causing disagreement between the UK and Scottish Governments?

The scheme's implementation timeline

The scheme's impact on the environment

The financial cost of the scheme

The legality of the deposit return scheme

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the speaker concerned about the deposit return scheme's impact on Scottish businesses?

It could harm the environment

It could create a competitive disadvantage

It may lead to increased taxes

It might reduce employment opportunities

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's stance on implementing the deposit return scheme?

They are against it due to environmental concerns

They are fully supportive regardless of the impact

They are indifferent to its implementation

They support it only if it doesn't harm businesses

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's prediction about the future of the deposit return scheme?

It will be expanded to other regions

It will definitely be implemented

It will be scrapped if conditions aren't met

It will be postponed indefinitely

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What condition is crucial for the continuation of the deposit return scheme?

Exclusion of certain business sectors

Avoiding competitive disadvantages for businesses

Inclusion of all UK regions

Immediate implementation