Plastic Pollution Plan
A Plastic Pollution Plan for Northern Ireland is currently under development that will bring together a number of actions across Northern Ireland.
Type of Change
Northern Ireland Executive commitment.
Affected Stakeholders
- Citizens
- Local Authorities
- Waste Management sector
- Manufacturing sector
- Charitable bodies
- Industry
- Impact on all sectors of society
Changes
The plan is an overarching document collating the actions, activities, plans and policies contributing to the reduction of plastic pollution in Northern Ireland.
Status
A public consultation was launched on 2 July 2025 and closed on 24 September 2025. Responses received will be considered in the development of a final plan, which will be published in due course.
Expected Timeline
Consultation responses currently under analysis, final plan expected in 2026.