Defra to propose a ban on plastic in wipes

Defra to propose a ban on plastic in wipes

by | May 28, 2023 | UK

On 4th April 2023, the UK Government Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) published its Policy Paper: ‘Plan for Water: Our Integrated Plan for Delivering Clean and Plentiful Water’ (this can be accessed here). The plan includes a proposal to ban...
Defra to propose a ban on plastic in wipes

CMA Consultation on Draft Guidance

by | Apr 19, 2023 | UK

In March 2022, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) provided its environmental sustainability advice to the Government. As part of that work, CMA found that businesses needed more clarity about what is, and what is not, legal when working together towards...
Defra to propose a ban on plastic in wipes

Overview of the UK Chemicals Strategy

by | Mar 27, 2023 | UK

On 31 January 2023, the Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs published its Environmental Improvement Plan 2023. Within this document, there is a explanation of what the UK Chemicals Strategy will cover. The UK Chemicals Strategy is due to be...
Defra to propose a ban on plastic in wipes

CMA Investigation into Green Claims

by | Feb 20, 2023 | UK

On 26 January 2023, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) announced a review of claims made on a wide range of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) including toiletries and personal care items. The move is an expansion of ongoing work by the CMA into...