Małgorzata Piekarska
What form will the deposit-refund scheme take?
The act introducing the deposit-refund scheme in Poland came into force on 13 October 2023. Companies were given a little more than a year to prepare for their new obligations, as the scheme is set to go live on 1 January 2025. But for several months the new government has been announcing changes to the act. The final wording the provisions when the scheme is launched remains an open question.
Q&A: Poland’s deposit-refund scheme
Poland is relatively late in establishing a deposit-refund system for beverage containers. After many years of pronouncements by politicians, the act did not enter into force until 13 October 2023. Functioning of the scheme is set to launch on 1 January 2025, leaving little time for businesses to prepare. But questions remain whether the system will start working as the parliament expected on the designated date.
Administrative permits and corporate transformations: How to ensure business continuity?
For companies participating in a reorganisation to continue pursuing their owners’ objectives, permits, licences or other administrative decisions necessary for operation must be secured. Proper preparation for this process requires not only knowledge of the regulations under which the administrative decisions are issued, but also the agencies’ procedural practice.
