UK recycling answer
Can crisp packets be recycled?
Usually not in your household recycling bin. Here is the practical next step.
Crisp packets
Collect clean packets with other soft plastics and use a supermarket collection point where available. Otherwise use general waste.
Useful detail: The shiny packet is a flexible, layered material. Do not put it loose in the recycling bin because it can be rejected or interfere with sorting.
Local schemes differ. Check your local service ↗ · Example council guidance ↗
Why the cautious answer?
Some supermarkets accept soft plastics, and a small number of councils have different arrangements. BinSense gives the common UK answer, then points you to the official local service.