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March 13, 2018
UK MEP cautious about drastic measures to eliminate plastics use, highlights benefits of plastic packaging to ensure food safety and reduce food waste, calls for increased recycling and innovation to tackle plastic waste
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March 9, 2018
NGOs ChemSec and ClientEarth criticize implementation of REACH regarding substitution of hazardous chemicals; request ‘safeguard mechanisms’ to double-check applicants’ analysis of alternatives on the market
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March 7, 2018
European Commission releases second review of REACH regulation, highlights how REACH enhanced chemical safety, suggests actions for improvement
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March 5, 2018
ECHA opens call for evidence on possible restriction of intentionally added microplastics; call open until May 11, 2018; informational webinar to be held on March 12, 2018
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March 2, 2018
EU notifies World Trade Organization of next amendments to plastic FCM regulation; two new substances authorized, specific migration limits changed for two other substances
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February 27, 2018
UK Environment Secretary pushes for ban on plastics straws; EU Commission’s vice-president says EU law on single-use plastics expected before summer 2018
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February 14, 2018
EU Commission issues new regulation on the use of bisphenol A in plastic food contact materials, varnishes and coatings, infant ‘sippy’ cups; applies from September 6, 2018
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February 9, 2018
News outlet Euractiv publishes special report on packaging and environment; featured articles and interviews address circular economy and plastics strategy unveiled by EU Commission
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February 2, 2018
EU Commission releases proposal for revision of EU drinking water directive, provides updated standards for chemical contaminants including BPA and PFASs; public consultation open until March 30, 2018
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January 26, 2018
EU Commission launches public consultation on transparency of risk assessment in food chain, seeks feedback on independence, risk communication, governance of EFSA
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