Morrisons ditches plastic packaging for cardboard
Morrisons supermarkets are making a significant environmental move by replacing plastic containers with cardboard across their egg ranges, removing millions of plastic packages annually.
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UK plastic waste exports surge 84% to developing nations
Shocking new data reveals Britain is dramatically increasing plastic waste shipments to poorer countries, raising serious environmental and ethical concerns about recycling accountability.
World's First Plant Plastic That Vanishs Completely
British scientists have developed a revolutionary plant-based plastic that completely biodegrades into harmless sugars, offering hope in the global war against plastic pollution.
Morrisons and Sainsbury's New Packaging Divides Shoppers
Major UK supermarkets Morrisons and Sainsbury's are rolling out innovative new packaging designs across their product ranges, sparking mixed reactions from customers about the bold changes.
UN Plastics Treaty in Crisis as Chair Steps Down
The global fight against plastic pollution faces major setback as UN treaty negotiations descend into chaos, prompting the resignation of chair Luis Vayas Valdivieso and putting crucial environmental agreement in jeopardy.
Wetherspoons raises prices amid energy and tax pressures
JD Wetherspoon announces price increases across its pubs as soaring energy costs and new packaging taxes squeeze profit margins, with chairman Tim Martin warning of challenging times ahead for the hospitality sector.
UK Demands Plain Packaging for Vapes in Youth Crackdown
Ministers are set to enforce stark new rules on vape packaging and flavours to combat the alarming rise in youth vaping, mirroring successful tobacco legislation.
UK to ban disposable vapes and enforce plain packaging
The UK government is set to introduce a major public health law to ban disposable vapes and enforce plain packaging to curb youth vaping. Get the full details on the new regulations.
Toxic Mercury in Takeaway Packaging Contaminates Planet
Shocking new study reveals mercury levels from aluminium production for takeaways and Amazon packaging are contaminating rainforests and food chains worldwide.
Plastic Peril: Who's Really Responsible for Australia's Waste?
A damning investigation exposes the corporate greenwashing and policy failures fuelling Australia's plastic pollution epidemic. Discover the full story behind the crisis.
Nestlé's Quality Street Change Sparks Christmas Fury
Nestlé faces a festive backlash after quietly replacing the traditional foil wrapper on the iconic Green Triangle chocolate with a new recyclable paper alternative, leaving fans furious and declaring it 'ruins Christmas'.
Quality Street swaps plastic for paper in eco-overhaul
Nestlé makes a major sustainable change to its beloved Quality Street tins, swapping plastic for recyclable paper in a move that will save 2.5 billion pieces of plastic annually.
Aldi Australia Permanently Bans Plastic Bags
Aldi Australia has made a monumental environmental pledge, announcing the permanent removal of plastic bags from all its stores. The decision, which follows a successful trial, is set to prevent billions of bags from entering landfills and oceans, marking
Cigarette filters: hidden plastic pollutant and cancer risk
Exclusive: New research reveals how single-use plastic cigarette filters are not only polluting our planet but may also be increasing smokers' risk of cancer, prompting urgent calls for a UK ban.
Morrisons shopper finds just one mince pie in multipack box
A Morrisons customer was left stunned after discovering her box of mince pies intended for six contained just a single pastry. The supermarket has apologised and launched an investigation into the packaging error.
Kraft Heinz recalls 83,800 cases of sandwich spreads over safety
Kraft Heinz has issued an urgent recall for over 83,000 cases of sandwich spreads in the US due to potential packaging failure, sparking concerns about food safety protocols and international supply chains.
South Australia bans fish-shaped soy sauce packets
In a landmark move against single-use plastics, South Australia has become the first jurisdiction globally to outlaw the iconic fish-shaped soy sauce packets. The ban targets a major source of plastic pollution, signalling a new front in the war on waste.
Chipotle Overhauls Delivery Service with New Packaging
Chipotle Mexican Grill is overhauling its delivery service with new packaging designed to keep food hotter and crispier, alongside a simplified online ordering system to improve the customer experience.
Ocado to Eliminate All Plastic Bags by 2024
In a major sustainability move, online supermarket Ocado has announced it will eliminate all plastic bags from its deliveries by the end of 2024, responding to growing consumer demand for eco-friendly shopping.
Online shopping drives plastic bag use to 1.8 billion
New data reveals a sharp 18% rise in plastic bag usage across England, driven by the surge in online grocery deliveries from major retailers like Ocado.
Plastic Bag Sales Rise, Reversing a Decade of Progress
A decade after the 5p plastic bag charge was introduced, sales have risen for the first time, with supermarket home deliveries identified as the primary cause. New government data reveals a 7% year-on-year increase, sparking calls for stricter regulations
Australia's plastic waste surges as recycling fails
New data reveals Australia's plastic waste has surged by 18%, while recycling rates remain stagnant, creating an environmental crisis. Experts warn of urgent need for policy reform.
South Australia Bans Sushi Soy Sauce Sachets in Plastic Crackdown
In a radical move to combat plastic pollution, South Australia has banned single-use soy sauce fish, ginger sachets, and plastic sushi trays. The new law targets takeaway sushi, forcing a major packaging overhaul for the industry.
Tesla Diner's 'woke' packaging criticised by food expert
Joel Stein critiques Tesla's new diner, where the eco-friendly packaging might outshine the food itself. Is this innovation or just another gimmick?
Brandi Glanville's £100K cosmetic transformation
Former Real Housewives star Brandi Glanville reveals her transformed appearance following extensive cosmetic procedures to correct past disfigurement.
Kuwait, Unilever named top plastic polluters in Geneva report
A new report from Geneva highlights Kuwait and Unilever as major contributors to global plastic pollution, urging immediate action to tackle the crisis.
UN plastic treaty talks begin in Geneva
Global negotiators gather in Geneva for critical UN talks on a legally binding treaty to tackle plastic pollution. Will this be the turning point in the fight against the plastic crisis?
Kuwait, Unilever top plastic polluters list
A new Greenpeace study reveals Kuwait and Unilever as leading contributors to global plastic waste, urging immediate action to tackle the environmental crisis.
Nations divided over global plastic pollution treaty terms
Delegates from 175 countries gather in Geneva to negotiate a groundbreaking treaty aimed at tackling the escalating plastic pollution crisis, but disagreements over production limits and waste management threaten progress.
UK warns over TikTok cosmetic surgery dangers
The UK government has raised alarms about dangerous cosmetic surgery trends promoted on TikTok, urging young users to beware of misleading content.
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