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UK MPs call for ban of microplastics in cosmetics

by Futures Centre, Aug 24
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The United Kingdom’s Environmental Audit commitee has called for a total legal ban on the use of microplastics in cosmetics, such as shower scrubs and toothpaste.

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The group of MPs has called for an international ban – but if this is not possible after voting to leave the EU, then it asks that a national ban be implemented immediately.

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