SNP politician calls for plastic straw tax to limit environmental damage

The video discusses the environmental impact of plastic pollution, focusing on plastic straws. It highlights the need for alternatives like stainless steel and paper straws, and the actions taken by governments and businesses to reduce plastic use. The video emphasizes the importance of transitioning to non-plastic options to protect marine life and the environment.

What role do individuals play in reducing plastic pollution, according to the text?

What are some of the environmental impacts of single-use plastic straws?

How long does it take for a plastic straw to break down, and what happens to it after that?

What alternatives to plastic straws are being considered by restaurants and pubs?

What are the arguments for and against the use of paper straws?