Thames21’s response to government’s announcement on banning the sale and supply of wet wipes that contain plastic

“Thames21 welcomes the government’s long-awaited announcement on a timeline for the already-agreed ban on the sale and supply of wet wipes that contain plastic by 2027.  Defra must now take action and produce a clear timetable on the delivery of this ban.

“This vital move is a crucial step towards protecting the health of our rivers, as it will reduce the introduction of microplastics into the environment. Thames21 and its dedicated volunteers have been building evidence through our work on the River Thames for many years. A huge shout-out to Thames21’s volunteers for their persistence!”