In 2016, France became the first country to ban the sale of plastic disposable products that contain less than 50% of biodegradable material and in 2017, India passed a law banning all plastic disposable plastic products.
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Response rates from 2.3m UK voters.
69% Yes |
31% No |
66% Yes |
18% No |
3% Yes, and ban all disposable products that are not made of at least 75% of biodegradable material |
6% No, but increase tax incentives for companies that make biodegradable products |
6% No, increase consumer incentives to recycle these products instead |
Trend of support over time for each answer from 2.3m UK voters.
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Trend of how important this issue is for 2.3m UK voters.
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Unique answers from UK voters whose views went beyond the provided options.
@95JCQ742yrs2Y
Bring back plastic Straws !!!
@9JTS64Q1yr1Y
The access needs of those with disabilities should also be considered when it comes to replacing such products
@B3K4NRD8hrs8H
Regulations should be based on practical and achievable goals which will have tangible benefits in the long run, rather than just setting arbitrary numerical goals.
@B3GVFWS3 days3D
does it matter in the end..? We all use tons of plastic on a day to day basis anyway, it makes no difference.
@B3CT7ZD6 days6D
Yes, in commercial settings but usage should be permitted for accessibility for disabled people and medical use
@B2X3G4M3wks3W
Tax incentives for companies to make biodegradable products but ensuring it’s not just greenwashing for their own benefits
@B2W7G7N3wks3W
Replace plastic with biodegradable hemp plastic and Replace the timber industry with hemp based products
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