The Marine Conservation Society (MCS) has called on government to develop an action plan for marine litter, as the amount of rubbish on the UK’s beaches reaches an all-time high.
According to the MCS Beachwatch 2008 report, litter left on beaches has increased by 110% since 1994. The survey found the average amount of litter now stood at 2,195 items per kilometre of beach compared with 1,045 items 15 years ago.
The organisation underlined the need for a co-ordinated approach from governments to develop a marine litter strategy, which could be delivered through appropriate governmental bodies.
Emma Snowden, MCS litter projects co-ordinator, said: ‘MCS wants to see zero waste on Britain’s beaches, but in order to achieve this we need to appoint lead agencies with the specific responsibility to stop marine litter.’
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