Petition · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Ban plastic hangers: help Save Earth, protect wildlife
Closed
97 signatures
What the petition asks
We urge the government to ban plastic coat hangers. These single-use pollutants can harm the environment, fill landfills, and endanger wildlife. Promote sustainable alternatives like wood/metal.
We think this would be a vital step for a greener future, protecting our planet from persistent plastic waste for a healthier Earth.
Millions of hangers annually become non-recyclable waste and they can end up in landfills and polluting oceans for centuries, releasing toxins. They can also directly harm wildlife through entanglement and ingestion. Current recycling systems largely reject them, making disposal problematic. We believe that transitioning to sustainable alternatives like wood, metal, or recycled plastic, alongside robust reuse schemes, is crucial. We think a ban would demonstrate vital leadership in combating plastic pollution, protecting ecosystems, and fostering a circular economy, safeguarding our planet for future generations.
Millions of hangers annually become non-recyclable waste and they can end up in landfills and polluting oceans for centuries, releasing toxins. They can also directly harm wildlife through entanglement and ingestion. Current recycling systems largely reject them, making disposal problematic. We believe that transitioning to sustainable alternatives like wood, metal, or recycled plastic, alongside robust reuse schemes, is crucial. We think a ban would demonstrate vital leadership in combating plastic pollution, protecting ecosystems, and fostering a circular economy, safeguarding our planet for future generations.
Timeline
| 20 Aug 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 20 Feb 2026 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
97
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Opened
20 Aug 2025
Closed
20 Feb 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 13 Aug 2026.