The UK government is to explore ways of reducing plastic waste through taxes and charges on single-use items, according to chancellor Philip Hammond. During his budget speech on Wednesday, Hammond stated that he would investigate waste reduction options in partnership with Reuters Secretary Michael Gove, but provided no further details.
The UK government is to explore ways of reducing plastic waste through taxes and charges on single-use items, according to chancellor Philip Hammond. During his budget speech on Wednesday, Hammond stated that he would investigate waste reduction options in partnership with Environment Secretary Michael Gove, but provided no further details.