Andrea Leadsom confirms plan for microbeads ban

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Defra publishes consultation on proposals to ban microbeads from cosmetics and personal care products

Microbeads could be banned from cosmetics and personal care products by the end of next year under plans announced by the government today. Environment Secretary Andrea Leadsom confirmed the Department...

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