A Bill to set targets for the reduction of plastic pollution; to require the Secretary of State to publish a strategy and annual reports on plastic pollution reduction; to establish an advisory committee on plastic pollution; and for connected purposes.
House of Commons
Mr Alistair CarmichaelLiberal Democrat
25 March 2019
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The Plastic Pollution Bill aims to reduce plastic pollution by setting targets, requiring the government to publish a comprehensive strategy and yearly progress reports, and creating an advisory committee to guide action. It seeks to coordinate policy across government and involve experts and stakeholders in monitoring and reducing plastic waste.
The bill is currently at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons; the first reading took place on 25 February 2019. No further progression is detailed here.
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