Conservationists find 40% reduction in number of plastic bags washed up on beaches since introduction of 5p charge

The video discusses the noticeable reduction in plastic bags on beaches due to the 5p charge introduced in the UK. It highlights the detrimental effects of plastic bags on marine life, with animals mistaking them for food, leading to starvation. The video presents statistics showing a 40% decrease in plastic bags found on coastlines from 2015 to 2016. Despite this progress, other types of litter remain a problem, and the ecosystem has not yet significantly improved. Conservationists hope the UK's example will inspire global action, as billions of plastic bags are still used worldwide.

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