Single-use items like plastic cutlery, plates and trays will be banned in England, the government has confirmed.

It is not clear when the ban will come into effect, but it follows similar moves already made by Scotland and Wales.

Environment Secretary Thérèse Coffey said the move would help protect the environment for future generations.

Campaigners welcomed the ban, but called for a wider-ranging plastic reduction strategy.

Good move and not before time.

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good news, but tbh many organisations and businesses have been moving to wood and paper based options for a couple of years

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good news, but tbh many organisations and businesses have been moving to wood and paper based options for a couple of years

Banning plastic will accelerate that process.

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Banning plastic will accelerate that process.

Replacing it with Hemp products accelerate the process and economy.