Is the deposit return scheme being unfairly labelled? 

Re-turn, the operator of the scheme, accepts while there have been "teething" problems, it says by and large the scheme has been a success with a 'solid start' Picture: Gareth Chaney/Collins

In theory, it was rather simple. The deposit return scheme, which was launched at the start of February, saw thousands of retailers across the country install reverse vending machines. 

Customers who purchase a can or bottle with the Re-turn logo can claim back between 15c and 25c per purchase, depending on the size of the container.