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Consultation on the proposed ban on plastic straws
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Richard_Scope
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Many people need to you use straws to when out. On occasion, I need to as well. Here is your chance to comment on the proposal.
Consultation on the proposed ban
The purpose of this consultation is to gather views from stakeholders on the proposals to ban the distribution and/or sale of plastic straws, plastic - stemmed cotton buds and plastic drink stirrers in England. The proposed ban aims to further protect the environment from plastic pollution.
Consultation on the proposed ban
The purpose of this consultation is to gather views from stakeholders on the proposals to ban the distribution and/or sale of plastic straws, plastic - stemmed cotton buds and plastic drink stirrers in England. The proposed ban aims to further protect the environment from plastic pollution.
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Thanks for sharing this Richard. Be warned the questionnaire is very long (about 50 questions). Consultation closes on Dec 3rd 2018
Jean Merrilees BSc MRCOT
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Some need drinking aids, however there could be alternative materials, presumably?.
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