SUPPORT FOR UK PACKAGING INDUSTRY

That this House recognises the significant contribution which the packaging industry makes to the UK economy, particularly through the provision of safe, efficient and hygienic food supply chains; calls upon the Government to ensure that the UK has a healthy manufacturing base to protect against potential global threats to these essential supplies; further recognises the contribution made by the packaging industry to the efficient use of resources and their achievements in the reuse and recycling of those resources; and notes that much of today's packaging is required for consumers who continue to demand hygienic, safe, well preserved, clean, wholesome and fresh products delivered at their convenience.