Plastic pollution18 hrs ago'I followed a dream to open a no-waste food shop'Sam Beech's shop encourages zero-food-waste shopping with customers filling their own containers. 18 hrs ago18 hrs agoPlastic beach waste 'nightmare' as seal rescues soarCall-outs to help rescue marine mammals on the North Yorkshire coast have quadrupled in six years.18 hrs ago2 days agoPremiere of Attenborough's 'greatest message'The documentary's original score is being played live by the Welsh National Opera.2 days ago8 days ago'It's overwhelming': Plastic from 1960s Canada washes up on Orkney beachOne litter picker says he has seen a huge increase in the amount of plastic washing up on Sanday this year.8 days ago16 Feb 2026Boy smashes new goal to recycle sweet tubsTeddy from Netley has collected 11,233 plastic tubs, surpassing his latest goal of 5,000.16 Feb 202613 Feb 2026Scottish government bans wet wipes containing plasticThis type of wipe is a common source of marine litter and can break down into microplastics over time, harming the environment.13 Feb 20263 Feb 2026Microplastics more prevalent in rural areas - studyA University of Leeds academic who led the research says they were "not expecting" the "surprising" results.3 Feb 20261 Feb 2026Plastic pollution fears over proposed 3G pitchThe pitch is part of planned revamp of facilities in a park, but it is next to a nature reserve.1 Feb 202615 Jan 2026Volunteers clean beaches after container spillsFace masks, disposable gloves and other plastic items are being found on beaches.15 Jan 2026...
