Resource Magazine
19 January 2026
Biffa loses £51 million damages claim over Scottish DRS collapse
Why It Matters for ITAD
Market movements like this can signal shifts in demand for ITAD services. UK-based ITAD businesses should monitor this development closely.
Waste company's £51 million claim thrown out after judge finds ministerial letter expressing "unwavering commitment" to deposit return scheme was political rhetoric, not a legal guarantee that induced investment. Charles Newman Charles Newman - CEO charles.newman@resourcemedia.co.uk 0117 903 0698 Charles Newman is CEO of Resource and has been writing in the field of resource sustainability for over ten years. After five years of research and teaching at the University of Bristol, Charles joine
Key Takeaways
- • Biffa loses £51 million damages claim over Scottish DRS collapse.
