Important:

This petition was submitted during the 2015-2017 parliament

Rejected petition Ban plastic cups, plates, cutlery unless made of biologically-sourced materials.

Sarah Wilson's easy to understand document (ref below) describes this plastics problem and offers alternatives. Carry a reusable 'spork' in your bag (fork/spoon).
By 2020 France will have banned these items.
The high street coffee stores must be more conscious and responsible with cup choices.

More details

http://www.sarahwilson.com/2016/09/8-bits-of-plastic-you-can-quit-right-now/
http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/europe/france-bans-plastic-cups-plates-cutlery-energy-transition-for-green-growth-a7313076.html

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https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/167514

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