Go Unlimited with Magzter GOLD
Get unlimited access to 9,500+ magazines, newspapers and Premium stories for just
Try GOLD - Free
Failure to agree UN treaty on plastics 'disappointing
The Gazette
|August 16, 2025
ENVIRONMENT minister Emma Hardy says she is “hugely disappointed” that negotiations for the world’s first treaty to combat plastic pollution ended in failure.
-
Delegates were seeking to complete a legally binding international agreement after 10 days of what was meant to be the final round of UN talks in Geneva.
But the gavel came down in overtime yesterday morning with no deal reached after negotiators struggled to break a deadlock over key issues.
The biggest sticking point has been whether the treaty should impose caps on producing new plastic or focus instead on things such as better design, recycling and reuse.
In a statement, Ms Hardy said: “I’m hugely disappointed that an agreement wasn’t reached, but am extremely proud of the way the UK worked until the end to seek an ambitious and effective treaty.
This story is from the August 16, 2025 edition of The Gazette.
Subscribe to Magzter GOLD to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,500+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
MORE STORIES FROM The Gazette
The Gazette
Lions ready to roar as season gets under way
THE long-awaited return of National Basketball League Division One action arrives this weekend as Teesside Lions host Leicester Warriors in a mouthwatering season opener at Olympia Arena, Teesside University.
2 mins
September 27, 2025
The Gazette
DEVELOPER IS ACCUSED OF 'ENVIROMENTAL VANDALISM'
A HOUSEBUILDER has been accused of “environmental vandalism” in its efforts to clear the way for a controversial new development.
2 mins
September 27, 2025
The Gazette
Clash over The Shambles, then a unified vote to support it
POLITICIANS have clashed over The Shambles controversy before voting unanimously to support the 19th-century market hall.
3 mins
September 27, 2025
The Gazette
Gender of bodies discovered in flat revealed by police
THE two people who were found dead in a Ormesby flat are a man and a woman, Cleveland Police has confirmed.
2 mins
September 27, 2025
The Gazette
Ex-FBI director Comey charged
FORMER FBI Director James Comey has been charged with making a false statement and obstruction in a criminal case.
1 min
September 27, 2025
The Gazette
Burnham 'correct to raise concern'
ANDY Burnham has raised “legitimate concerns” about Sir Keir Starmer's leadership, the mayor of London has said.
1 min
September 27, 2025
The Gazette
Join in the late British rake off
FALL CALL: Rake leaves so water and air can reach soil
2 mins
September 27, 2025
The Gazette
Kneecap terror case thrown out
KNEECAP rapper Liam Og O hAnnaidh has vowed the group “will not be silenced” after a terrorism case against him was thrown out because of an error in the way he was charged.
1 mins
September 27, 2025
The Gazette
Tech firm with the X factor claims region's top prize
A COUNTY Durham tech company which is making waves in the space sector has triumphed as the Business of the Year at the grand final of the North East Business Awards.
2 mins
September 27, 2025
The Gazette
Cyclist asks to meet in middle over bike barrier
A TRICYCLE rider has called on council bosses to let him through new barriers meant to keep off-road bikes out of a popular walkway.
2 mins
September 27, 2025
Listen
Translate
Change font size