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Written question asked by Ruth Cadbury (Labour) on Friday, 7 February 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 12 February 2025 (named day). It was answered by Mary Creagh (Labour) on Wednesday, 12 February 2025 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Beverage Containers: Polystyrene

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether people can import polystyrene cups into the UK.

Answer

The supply of expanded and foamed extruded polystyrene food and drinks containers, including cups, that are used to contain food or drink that is ready-to-consume has been banned since 1 October 2023.

However, you may still import polystyrene cups. This facilitates their movement through the supply chain to allow for other uses.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
29897
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Imports Polystyrene Beverage containers
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk