Waitrose and Tesco open up new fronts in war on plastic waste

Stuart Stone
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Leading UK supermarkets announce further plans to remove plastic packaging with soft plastic and detergent pod boxes in their sights

Waitrose and Tesco have today announced fresh measures to crack down on plastic waste, as the two supermarket giants advanced efforts to deliver on their waste and recycling goals. Waitrose & Partners...

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