September 25, 2024 15:23
The European Court of Auditors (ECA) has identified significant issues in the implementation of the new tax on non-recycled plastic waste, which was introduced by the European Union three years ago.
According to the Auditors, the data used to calculate the tax are unreliable, difficult to compare, and the monitoring systems are not timely. Several member states have struggled to adapt to the new requirements, further complicating the tax's effectiveness.