Abstract
Every year over half a million tonnes of UK plastic waste intended for recycling is rejected due to contamination. The UK also exports more than 60% of its plastic waste burden to other countries. The existing UK plastics system is complex and confusing, but emerging regulations aim to simplify it and promote a circular economy. In this article, we reflect on these regulations and discuss how to foster a circular plastics system within a complex regulatory landscape.
Original language | English |
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Type | Policy commentary |
Media of output | Policy@Manchester Articles |
Publisher | policy@manchester |
Publication status | Published - 24 Jan 2024 |