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Ban the microbead ‘Beach litter and floating plastic debris is more than just an unsightly problem. Scientific research shows that plastic microbeads, found in cosmetic and personal care products, are polluting the oceans and causing long-term health risks for both aquatic life and people. We call on WI members to take action to reduce the use of plastic microbead-containing products in their homes and communities; to raise awareness of the problems associated with plastic microbeads; and to lobby manufacturers, retailers and see the UK Government following in the steps of the Netherlands and other countries in proposing a ban on the use of these products.’

What are microbeads?

What’s the problem?

Pollution Cycle

Adverse Effects of Microbeads on Marine Life Weight loss Decreased energy reserves Compromised fitness Hepatic stress Potentially starvation

Legislative action Speed up the process Ensure commitments are maintained Provide a level playing field for manufacturers

Global Action The Netherlands pledges to be virtually free of microbeads in cosmetics by end of 2016 Australia has called for a formal ban The State of California has banned them

Arguments For the Resolution While microbeads are only one aspect of marine litter, due to their presence and quantity in products and their resistance to degradation, their abundance in the ocean is assumed to be increasing. This type of pollution is avoidable- we can stop it. This resolution has a strong role for consumer action, both by bringing pressure to bear on companies who refuse to act and also by showing support through the power of the purse for those that have This resolutions fits within the WI’s longstanding concern for healthy and sustainable living

Arguments Against the Resolution There are still gaps in research and understanding around the precise impact of microbeads on marine ecosystems This resolution may be too narrow- microplastics are found not only in cosmetic and personal care products, but also in other products such as fabrics, paint, and sand-blasting While there is a lack of consumer awareness, there are other campaigning groups- such as Beat the Microbead- that are solely dedicated to fight this problem and those groups are growing in success. Is there more for the WI to add?

Groups To Contact for Further Information NFWI Public Affairs Tel: Ext Beat the Microbead Tel: + 31 (0) Web: Marine Conservation Society Tel: Web: