UK plastic waste exports to developing countries rose 84% in a year, data shows

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Campaigners say increase in exports mostly to Malaysia and Indonesia is ‘unethical and irresponsible waste imperialism’

Britain’s exports of plastic waste to developing countries have soared by 84% in the first half of this year compared with last year, according to an analysis of trade data carried out for the Guardian.

Campaigners described the rise in exports, mostly to Malaysia and Indonesia, as “unethical and irresponsible waste imperialism”.

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Ursula von der Leyen and the polarized European Parliament – DW

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One-man spam campaign ravages EU ‘chat control’ bill – politico.eu

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Protests held in support of Palestinians on 2-year anniversary of Hamas’ attack on Israel – Politico

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