Brussels prepares for new rules on single-use plastics — EUbusiness.com | EU news, business and politics
Marine litter - Photo Science Photo Library (BRUSSELS) - The European Commission provided guidance Monday for the new EU rules on single-use plastics set for 3 July which aim to reduce marine litter from single-use plastic products and from abandoned fishing gear. According to the 2019 EU rules on single-use plastics, by 3 July this year Member States have to ensure that certain single-use plastic products are no longer placed on the EU market. These are selected products for which affordable plastic-free alternatives exist on the market: cotton bud sticks, cutlery, plates, straws...