UK to Ban Sale of Plastic-Containing Wet Wipes by 2026

The UK government announces a new law to phase out the sale of plastic wet wipes, aiming to protect waterways and reduce pollution.

Environment Secretary Steve Barclay will introduce legislation to ban the sale of plastic wet wipes in the UK, effective mid-2026.
The ban is part of broader efforts to combat pollution and protect marine life from the dangers of microplastics.
Retail giants like Boots, Aldi, and Tesco have already removed plastic wet wipes from their shelves, ahead of the legislative mandate.
Labour criticizes the government's approach as insufficient, advocating for a complete ban on the sale, supply, and manufacture of these products.
With an impending general election, there is a push to pass the legislation before the parliamentary summer recess begins in July.