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Closed Ban plastic drinking straws in pubs, cafes, cinemas and restaurants.

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The use of plastic drinking straws in establishments that sell liquid refreshment, either alcoholic or non alcoholic should be banned. They are unnecessary, a waste of plastic as they are for single use only, harmful to the environment, land and sea creatures.

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