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GS1 UK Healthcare Conference 2025 state of the nation address: building blocks for NHS reform and recovery Alastair McLellan, editor of the Health Service Journa, sets out the shifting priorities, structural changes and digital challenges facing the NHS. 08/05/2025
UK deposit return scheme moves forward with appointment of central Deposit Management Organisation The journey to a 2027 DRS has officially begun. With the right preparation, support and collaboration, industry has a real opportunity to shape a future-ready scheme that delivers genuine value to businesses, their consumers and the environment alike. 07/05/2025
Get ready for next-gen barcodes: unlocking a world of possibilities for supply chain and beyond Tesco has revealed plans to adopt QR codes powered by GS1 — a significant milestone not just for the UK’s largest retailer, but for the future of retail. 17/04/2025
