Commons Sense

House of Commons · Westminster Hall

Plastic Waste Reduction And Circular Economy Transition

08 September 2021 · 0 other contributors · 794 words

Opened by Rebecca Pow Con Taunton Deane

Responding minister: Not recorded

Environment

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At a glance

Rebecca Pow raised concerns about plastic waste reduction and circular economy transition in Westminster Hall. Response awaited from government.

Key points

  • Concerns raised about plastic waste and the need to transition to a circular economy by 2025
  • Targets set for zero avoidable plastic waste by 2042 and reducing landfill waste to 10% by 2035
  • Government asked to ban oxo-biodegradable plastics and innovate in recycling technologies

Key requests to Government

The government is asked to continue its efforts in transitioning towards a circular economy, addressing textile-related plastic waste, innovating in recycling technologies, and banning oxo-biodegradable plastics through a call for evidence. Additionally, the UK seeks a new global agreement at the UN Environmental Assembly next February to coordinate international action on marine plastic litter and microplastics.

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

Rebecca Pow Con Taunton Deane

I am concerned about the issue of plastics and waste management. The debate focuses on reducing plastic waste and transitioning to a circular economy, where all plastic waste is recyclable, reusable, or compostable by 2025. Targets have been set for zero avoidable plastic waste by 2042 and reducing landfill waste to 10% by 2035. The Government has already implemented measures such as bans on microbeads, extended the carrier bag charge, restricted single-use plastics, and is consulting on further restrictions.

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