Single-use plastics ban comes in to force in Oct
Find out about the single-use plastics ban which will be introduced from 1 October 2023.
Information for businesses about the single-use plastics ban
From 1 October 2023, businesses must no longer supply, sell or offer certain single-use plastic items in England.
The ban on these items will include:
online and over-the-counter sales and supply, with the exception of plastic plates, bowls and trays when used as packaging
items from new and existing stock
all types of single-use plastic, including biodegradable, compostable and recycled
items wholly or partly made from plastic, including coating or lining
‘Single use’ means the item is meant to be used only once for its original purpose.
If you continue to supply banned single-use plastics after 1 October 2023, you could be fined.
There are some exemptions to the ban, depending on the item. For more information, click here.