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Countries are negotiating a Global Plastics Treaty to unite nations against plastic pollution, but progress has been significantly delayed.
The process is under scrutiny, the Chair has recently stepped down, and while the next round of talks (INC-5.3) is scheduled for February 2026, the future of the treaty remains uncertain.
Even if consensus is achieved, ratification could take years. So what happens in the meantime? In this episode, we explore how governments, businesses, and civil society can maintain momentum without a treaty, and whether the UK can seize a leadership role.
Speaking to Dr Antaya March from the University of Portsmouth’s Global Plastics Policy Centre, we uncover practical steps, innovative policies, and grassroots actions that could make a difference now.
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Robyn Austin-Montague
Caroline Meech
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