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ieExplains: What is the deposit return scheme and will I get money for recycling?

A reverse vending machine in Cork — one of two ways people can get money back from returning containers. Picture: Denis Minihane

Thu, 01 Feb, 2024 - 09:30

Sally Gorman

Ireland will introduce a new deposit return scheme from today. Here's everything you need to know.

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