Synopsis
These draft regulations are expected to prohibit the sale and supply of wet wipes containing plastic to the general public in England.
The ban will apply to retailers and other businesses supplying the general public. A date for the ban has yet to be confirmed.
Summary
The draft Environmental Protection (Wet Wipes Containing Plastic) (England) Regulations 2025 are expected to restrict the sale and supply of wet wipes containing plastic. A date has yet to be confirmed for these restrictions.
This legislation will apply in England only. Similar restrictions are being introduced throughout the UK.
What will change?
These regulations are expected to prohibit the sale and supply of wet wipes containing plastic to the general public. The ban will apply to retailers and other businesses supplying the general public.
Enforcement powers, including powers to enter premises and conduct examinations are set out. Civil sanctions may be used to enforce offences.
Exemptions
The following exemptions will apply to the restrictions on wet wipes containing plastic:
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