A campaigning SNP MP will today push an amendment to
the UK government’s Environment Bill which would see
manufacturers challenged on their eco claims and promote the use
of reusable nappies.
Glasgow East MP David Linden’s amendment to the Bill
would:
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Stop single-use nappy manufacturers making false
“eco” claims
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Promote the use of reusable nappies
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Compel the Government to report on steps taken to
reduce nappy waste
The MP, whose constituency includes reusable nappy
manufacturer Tots Bots, is hoping to raise awareness of the
environmental benefits of using reusable nappies - which use 97%
less raw materials from birth to potty and are up to 40% better for
the environment than disposables.
said:
“The climate crisis is one of the greatest political challenges
facing the modern world - and one which the UK government needs to
take urgent meaningful action to address.
“My amendment sends a signal for meaningful environmental change.
Single-use nappies represent nearly 3% of all UK household waste
each year and it’s shameful that single-use nappy manufacturers are
inflating their own eco-credentials while filling our landfills
with billions of nappies each year.
“Taking steps to tackle our carbon footprint is something we must
all consider, so I’m urging the UK government to support my
amendment as an important and tangible step in taking action to
tackle nappy waste.”