Ban single use plastic in the city centre

So many takeaways and shops still use plastic bags and give out plastic forks, we need a blanket ban on single use plastics in the city centre to reduce plastic waste.

Why the contribution is important

This would reduce the amount of harmful plastic waste going into landfill and being littered around the city. It would also mean there would be less demand for plastic, so less would be made, which is will reduce our carbon footprint.

by Bina on July 19, 2023 at 10:02AM

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Comments

  • Posted by Lucy July 19, 2023 at 10:23

    Great idea! I always carry a fabric bag with me, we dont need a little bag every time we buy something

  • Posted by Florence July 20, 2023 at 14:32

    This would be good for nature too. Wildlife often mistake plastic for food or get entangled in plastic waste, leading to injuries and death. Banning single-use plastics can help protect animals and their habitats.

  • Posted by Ben July 20, 2023 at 14:51

    Seems like a bit of a waste of time with all of the plastic supermarkets are using, and would mean the smaller places have to fork out more on all new stock

  • Posted by Durham_Council_Staff July 20, 2023 at 14:54

    Thank you for your input. We are working hard to ensure the litter in the city is taken care of and have been making plans to introduce stricter rules on single use plastics in the county.

  • Posted by Ramesh July 20, 2023 at 14:58

    Single-use plastics have played a vital role in ensuring public health and safety, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Items like disposable gloves, masks, and other medical equipment have been essential in preventing the spread of infectious diseases and protecting frontline workers.
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