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The NZ government says it is not considering a ban on wet wipes containing plastic, despite recognising concern over the environmental and infrastructure impacts they cause.
The United Kingdom has announced England will ban the sale and supply of wet wipes containing plastic, a huge cause of pollution and sewer blockages, with the changes coming into force in early 2027.
The announcement comes as public concern about the state of the UK's waterways and sewage grows.
In New Zealand, flushed wet wipes cause expensive headaches for councils across the country.
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