Subsidiary Exemption
A provision allowing group companies to consolidate EPR reporting under the parent company. Subsidiaries that individually meet thresholds may report as part of the group rather than separately.
Subsidiary exemption provisions under pEPR address how obligations apply to businesses that are part of corporate groups. These rules prevent double-counting while ensuring all packaging is captured.
Key considerations for groups:
- Group registration — a parent company may register on behalf of subsidiaries
- Turnover calculation — group turnover may determine obligation level
- Data consolidation — subsidiaries' packaging data can be aggregated and reported centrally
- Fee allocation — fees are calculated on the total group packaging
Group structures must be carefully analysed to determine the correct compliance approach. Not all subsidiaries qualify for group treatment — for example, if they operate independently with separate brands. Legal advice may be needed for complex group structures. The Environment Agency provides guidance on how group registrations work. Incorrectly claiming subsidiary exemption could constitute a reporting error subject to enforcement.
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