Introduction

This strategy, sets out South Ribble Borough Council’s (SRBC) aims and objectives with regard to Single Use plastics (SUP’s).

What are Single Use Plastics?

Single Use Plastics also known as disposable plastics, are commonly used for plastic packaging and include items intended to be used only once before they are thrown away or recycled.

These include, among other items:

  • grocery bags
  • food packaging
  • bottles
  • straws
  • containers
  • cups
  • cutlery.