Scottish public backs charges on single-use plastics

Scottish public backs charges on single-use plastics

Sustainability

Proposals in Scotland to cut the number of single-use, disposable items like cups, ban the destruction of unsold goods, and promote the reuse of construction materials have received high levels of support in a recent public consultation.

The draft Circular Economy and Waste Route Map consultation asked for views on the priority actions needed between now and the end of the decade to increase reuse and recycling, cut waste, and drive further decarbonisation in Scotland.

More than 70% of respondents backed proposals to reduce household food waste, introduce a charge on single-use disposable items like cups, and set new circular economy targets from 2025, including local recycling targets from 2030.

Close-up of a clear plastic cup thrown in grass © Ivan Radic (CC BY 2.0)

The final Route Map for Scotland is set for publication by the end of the year, with actions that will complement provisions in the Circular Economy Bill, which was passed unanimously by Scottish Members of Parliament in June.

Acting Net Zero Secretary Gillian Martin said: This consultation builds on a significant programme of engagement and evidence gathering, and I want to thank all those who have contributed to the Route Map so far. It demonstrates a strength of support for a range of actions to promote and support responsible production and consumption, whilst minimising the impact of the disposal of waste which cannot be reused or recycled.

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