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Producers should review the updated portal and GOV.UK guidance to ensure accurate, timely submissions. \/ Credit: Nokuro via Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

Large producers under the UK\u2019s new packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regime must submit their packaging data for the first half of 2025 by 1 October 2025.<\/p>\n

\u00a0The Report Packaging Data (RPD) portal has introduced updated functionality to support producers in meeting these regulatory obligations.<\/p>\n

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New portal features streamline compliance<\/h2>\n

The enhanced RPD portal offers a centralised platform for registration, data submission, and compliance management. Producers, including online marketplaces and compliance schemes, are required to register their organisations and submit packaging data through the system.<\/p>\n

Guidance on distinguishing small and large producers is available on GOV.UK.<\/p>\n

Recent updates include an improved subsidiaries module for managing multiple entities, new joiner and leaver codes to simplify mid-year registration changes, and the ability to submit recyclability assessment data directly via the portal.<\/p>\n

Public registers are also accessible for viewing registered producers and compliance schemes, though the civil sanctions register will be published at a later date.<\/p>\n

Reporting timelines for small and large producers<\/h2>\n

Under the new EPR rules, large producers must submit packaging data for 1 January to 30 June 2025 by 1 October 2025.<\/p>\n

Small producers do not have the same immediate deadline but are required to submit full-year 2025 packaging data (1 January to 31 December) by 1 April 2026.<\/p>\n

Registration for the 2026 compliance year is now open, enabling early preparation for future submissions.<\/p>\n

A recycling obligations calculator for 2025 is also available, allowing producers to verify calculations in line with regulator guidance.<\/p>\n

Guidance and resources to support submissions<\/h2>\n

GOV.UK provides detailed guidance and learning resources to help producers navigate the reporting process. These include instructions on data collection, packaging data specifications, example files, and the Recyclability Assessment Methodology (RAM).<\/p>\n

An instructional video is also available to guide users through data submission and portal functionality.<\/p>\n

Producers are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the RPD portal\u2019s new features and prepare H1 2025 submissions ahead of the 1 October deadline.<\/p>\n

These updates reflect a key stage in the implementation of the packaging EPR scheme and support the industry in meeting regulatory obligations efficiently.<\/p>\n

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