single-use plastics

Innovate UK grants funding to develop 'PolyMet' technology that removes pigment in coloured rigid plastic to make it easier to recycle

CDP report shows that actions to capitalise on greener consumer trends can boost revenues while also tackling physical climate risks

First reading of bill backed by cross-party group of MPs aims to 'significantly cut plastic waste and pollution' by 2042

Retailer also extends trial of deposit return scheme for another six months at four stores in England, Wales, and Scotland

Government also confirms previously trailed plans to raise plastic bag levy from 5p to 10p across all shops in England

Operator Merlin Entertainments to phase out plastic straws at all its owned attractions worldwide by the end of 2018

UK coffee retailer rolls out bio-compostable cups and lids, which it claims naturally decompose within a year

Greenpeace and Environmental Investigation Agency accuse supermarkets of acting too slowly to eradicate single use plastics

Collins Dictionary names 'single-use' the 2018 Word of the Year in recognition of spike in public concern over plastic pollution

Europe-wide ban could be in place on certain items by 2021 - but is the war on plastics a distraction from the climate fight?