As Simon has already said it would be terrible to those in the Packaging industry who work so hard to implement the BRC/IOP standard in good faith if a few auditors or even a certification body were to devalue their hard work by giving away undeserved certifications.
I agree Martin, There are some in the packaging industry who have embraced the BRC/IOP with open arms, as i'm sure there are many on here who can confirm.
However in this case, i think its the finger thats been given