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What is the current registration process and fee structure for Deposit Return Scheme registration with Circularity Scotland?

Registration with Circularity Scotland for the DRS requires an initial **£365 fee**, though members received communications indicating fee waivers were being introduced. The key details members shared: - **Initial £365 fee** is still payable at registration, despite earlier emails suggesting fee waivers - **Small producers receive the following relief measures:** - Two months credit terms on deposits, producers fees, and retained EAN/barcode fees - Removal of the 'Day One' charge for producers choosing not to introduce Scotland-specific barcodes - Removal of the 'Month One' charge on deposits and producer fees for all product types Members advised holding registration as long as possible to monitor for any further fee changes or clarifications from Circularity Scotland.