Petition · past parliament
Ban all takeaway polystyrene cartons.
Closed
676 signatures
What the petition asks
Polystyrene cartons clutter our streets, clog our hedges, trees, and get into our waterways. They are very dangerous to wildlife who mistake them for food. They are totally unnecessary. Alternatives made of paper are available.
I recently saw a bird eating a polystyrene takeaway carton floating in the river. There were already holes in it and bits ripped from it. It was heartbreaking to see but as the carton was out of reach I could do nothing.
These horrible items have become prolific as takeaway food and eating on the go has become a way of life. Even if they are disposed of correctly, an open air bin or an over flowing one means they often escape and are free to blow around causing danger to all manner of wildlife.
These horrible items have become prolific as takeaway food and eating on the go has become a way of life. Even if they are disposed of correctly, an open air bin or an over flowing one means they often escape and are free to blow around causing danger to all manner of wildlife.
Timeline
| 24 Apr 2019 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 24 Oct 2019 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
676
Status
Closed
Opened
24 Apr 2019
Closed
24 Oct 2019
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.