Plastics (Wet Wipes) Bill

Key Points

• Prohibits the manufacture and sale of wet wipes containing plastic in the UK.
• Covers wet wipes with plastic components and sets out that enforcement and related provisions will follow (for connected purposes).
• Aims to reduce plastic waste and protect the environment and sewer networks.
• Introduced in the House of Commons and sponsored by Fleur Anderson (Labour, Co‑op).
• Part of wider efforts to address plastic waste from consumer products.

Progress

The bill has completed its 1st reading (2 November 2021) and its 2nd reading (6 May 2022) in the Commons and remains at the 2nd reading stage.