Czech government approves PET bottle and can deposit scheme and fees for leaflets.

The government has approved a bill introducing deposits on PET bottles and cans and fees for advertising leaflets. A deposit of 4 CZK will be imposed on packaging, and retailers will be required to establish collection points. The goal is to achieve 90% recovery of plastic packaging by 2029, aligning with EU targets. Municipalities and business associations oppose the proposal, but environmental organizations support it. The bill also introduces recycling fees for leaflets to reduce the strain on municipal waste management systems.