As the government moves toward recyclable packaging, anytime after1 October 2023, West Berkshire businesses must no longer supply, sell or offer certain single-use plastic items in England.
The ban on these items includes:
- online and over-the-counter sales and supply
- items from new and existing stock
- all types of single-use plastic, including biodegradable, compostable and recycled
- items wholly or partly made from plastic, including coating or lining
‘Single use’ means the item is meant to be used only once for its original purpose.
Businesses should:
- find re-usable alternatives to single-use items
- use different materials for single-use plastic items
If you continue to supply banned single-use plastics after 1 October, you could be fined.
Find out more: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/single-use-plastics-ban-plates-bowls-trays-containers-cutlery-and-balloon-sticks