Plastic party bags are something of the past. We are now becoming so much more responsible as a human race to look after our planet and the environment that we live in. We can all do our bit.
Every year, about 8 million tons of plastic waste escapes into the oceans.
Plastics often contain additives making them stronger. These can extend the life of the plastic products with some estimated to at least 400 years breakdown,
Nearly 700 species are known to have been affected by plastics,
More than 40 % of plastic is used just once.