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The invention that revolutionised society; is used 10 billion times each day globally; and seen by Brits on average more than 20 times a day, is turning 50 today.
03/04/2023
After a thorough evaluation process, GS1 UK has appointed Syndigo to manage productDNA.
Industry news
31/03/2023
Discover how leading brands and retailers such Procter & Gamble and Carrefour are harnessing the power of next generation barcodes.
Industry news
24/03/2023
In order to tackle the significant environmental impact of packaging waste, the French government recently introduced changes to household packaging legislations.
Industry news
21/02/2023
Our first GS1 UK construction event brought together experts from across industry to explore the role of trusted data in building a more productive, safer and sustainable future.
Industry news
13/02/2023
This transformational, multi-year partnership between government, industry, academia and civil society, aims to improve the availability, accessibility, and policy-use of data across key health, animal welfare and sustainability metrics.
Industry news
09/02/2023
Following the publication of DEFRA's consultation response on Deposit Return Schemes (DRS), we delve deeper into the government’s plans and what they could mean for industry.
Industry news
03/02/2023
The Health and Social Care Committee issues eight recommendations to the Government in response to the recent IMMDS review update.
Industry news
20/01/2023
GS1 UK CEO Anne Godfrey shares our thoughts on what this means for consumers and businesses in the UK.
Opinion piece
20/01/2023
Scotland’s deposit return scheme, the first DRS scheme to launch in the UK, represents a key milestone in Scotland’s journey towards a more sustainable economy.
Industry news
12/01/2023