What's OnShoppingSupermarketsUnder the initiative, people will be incentivised09:25, 11 Jul 2026Huseholds are set to get money back for recycling as the Government introduces a new deposit return scheme aimed at slashing plastic waste. Under the initiative, people will be incentivised to take their empty bottles back to local supermarkets like Tesco, Asda, Morrisons, and Sainsbury's, where they'll get paid for each container returned.‌Travis Way, managing director at RVM experts EcoVend, part of international circular economy specialists Reconomy, said: "While much of the industry had anticipated a flat 20p deposit, its confirmation is a helpful step forward for businesses preparing for the UK’s Deposit Return Scheme.‌"A flat rate also brings practical benefits for businesses by simplifyin