A Bill to require the Secretary of State to set, measure, enforce and report on targets for the reduction and recycling of plastic packaging; to require that such targets following the United Kingdom’s withdrawal from the European Union at least match such targets set by the European Union; to establish enforcement mechanisms in respect of such targets and associated provisions; to make provision for support for the development of sustainable alternatives to plastic packaging; and for connected purposes.
House of Commons
22 March 2019
The Plastics Bill would require the government to set, monitor and enforce targets to reduce plastic packaging and to increase recycling. It would ensure these targets, after Brexit, match or exceed the EU's targets. It would also create enforcement powers and provide support for developing sustainable packaging alternatives.
The bill is currently at the 2nd Reading in the House of Commons. If passed, it will move to Committee Stage for detailed examination.
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