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The Plastic Packaging in Supermarkets

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https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-49674153

it seems like there’s been some progress, but it is certainly slow - but it seems to have made an impact

hspexy
over a year ago
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ptenn00

interesting - I can't say I have seen much progress as a whole; the bigger stores are definitely making changes, but the local ones seem to be using just as much plastic packaging as before

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hspexy

Yes, that’s true, but I guess that’s down to manpower in stores. My Sainsburys local and Tesco Express use a lot of packaging, and there seems to be a lot of waste on a daily basis. Such a shame to see it so

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SaverDeals

It is definitely very slow progress, but loving that local independent stores are taking note and making changes. It's just a shame that the big brands aren't acting quite so quickly to make the change!

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hspexy

I agree, especially as the big brands are the ones who can make a huge difference. I’m still waiting for them to change how they display fruit and veg, as it’s so sad seeing how much plastic is being used to package them

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sunny101

I have to admit that I've been buying lettuce with no wrapper from Lidl and they are so untidy and rot really quickly. I've muttered about it for a few days now then realised this is the progress I wanted. We've taken the 'non spoiling film' for granted for too long but we all need to make adjustments and accept it's an improvement.

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hspexy

That’s very true, which is why the supermarkets prefer to wrap everything to ensure it stays looking fresh for as long as possible. But I suppose we need to get used to seeing more rotten looking produce - at least we know it’s real when it starts to deteriorate

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