Scottish government to update recycling scheme

Scottish government to update recycling scheme

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The transcript discusses the concept of deposit refund schemes as a recycling incentive, highlighting its success in Europe and potential introduction in Scotland. It reveals Coca-Cola's internal resistance to such schemes despite public support for recycling. The document also covers interactions between the Scottish government and the drinks industry, including lobbying efforts against the deposit refund scheme. The debate centers on the potential costs and benefits of the scheme, with Coca-Cola and other companies expressing concerns about its impact on business and existing recycling initiatives.

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What does the text suggest about the lobbying efforts of Coca-Cola and other companies?

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What is the Scottish Government's stance on household recycling as mentioned in the text?

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