Context
The UK aims to reduce waste production as part of a green recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Question
What steps is the Department taking to reduce waste produced in the UK under the current circumstances? Additionally, will the Minister consider Carshalton and Wallington as a pilot area for new schemes such as a deposit return scheme?
Answer from Rebecca Pow (Minister of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs)
The resources and waste strategy published in December 2018 aims to minimise waste through resource efficiency and a circular economy approach. The Department remains committed to eliminating all avoidable plastic by 2042 and plans to introduce a deposit return scheme as per the manifesto commitment. However, Carshalton and Wallington cannot be considered for a pilot area due to current limitations.
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