Press Release – Hastings District Council Plastic Free July is upon us and Hastings District Council is hosting a number of events throughout the month to help people do their part to reduce their plastic use. Plastic Free July is a worldwide movement that helps millions of people be part … Plastic Free July is upon us and Hastings District Council is hosting a number of events throughout the month to help people do their part to reduce their plastic use. Plastic Free July is a worldwide movement that helps millions of people be part of the solution to plastic pollution – it encourages participants to take the challenge and find ways to reduce their plastic consumption.