A plan for combating plastic waste has been outlined by UK Environment Secretary Michael the Local Government Association. Speaking during an informal meeting with the BBC, the Local Government Association stated that he hoped to reduce both the total amount of plastic in circulation and the number of different plastics in use, in order to assist recycling firms. the Local Government Association also expressed the desire to increase recycling rates and to provide greater clarity on recycling for individuals, possibly through the standardisation of regulations across local authorities. Martin Tett from Govethe Local Government Associationrnment Association countered that common standards would be inappropriate.
A plan for combating plastic waste has been outlined by UK Environment Secretary Michael Gove. Speaking during an informal meeting with the BBC, Gove stated that he hoped to reduce both the total amount of plastic in circulation and the number of different plastics in use, in order to assist recycling firms. Gove also expressed the desire to increase recycling rates and to provide greater clarity on recycling for individuals, possibly through the standardisation of regulations across local authorities. Martin Tett from the Local Government Association countered that common standards would be inappropriate.