Ban exports of recyclable waste to non-OECD countries
National
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Emma Reynolds
Environment Secretary
Pollution shifted to vulnerable communities
Waste pollution in developing countries
Ecosystem health recycling trust harm
Domestic or OECD robust waste management
Ban exports of recyclable waste to non-OECD countries
National
The Government should ban the export of all recyclable waste (including plastics, paper metals, and mixed recyclables) to non-OECD countries, where weak regulation and limited waste-management infrastructure often result in dumping, open burning, or environmental harm.
Pollution shifted to vulnerable communities
Waste pollution in developing countries
Ecosystem health recycling trust harm
Domestic or OECD robust waste management