Plastic free Lymm campaign is launched

ENVIRONMENTAL enthusiasts aged 3-83 joined forces in Lymm to take part in World Clean Up Day.
It was part of the launch of Lymm’s bid to become part of a growing number of communities accredited as “Plastic Free” through the environmental charity Surfers Against Sewage.
Plastic Free Lymm volunteers organised the meet- up in the hope that their action would inspire local people to think about how they can keep Lymm – and the rest of the planet – clean.
Their message was: The vast majority of litter in the village is from single use plastic items – disposable cutlery, sweet wrappers or cigarette butts.
While most people might not think that litter inland in a place like Lymm could affect the ocean, every day eight million pieces of plastic pollution end up in the sea.
Litter washes into drains and waterways, and ultimately reaches the oceans threatening wildlife and ending up in our food with 1-3 fish caught for human consumption now found to contain plastic.
Organisers want to help people in Lymm to take steps to reduce the amount of single use plastics they are using in their everyday life.
A launch event with information about plastic waste and the Plastic Free Lymm project, ideas for easy plastic free swaps that everyone can achieve, live demonstrations and activities for families will take place on October 12 at the Lymm Youth and Community Centre from 11-2pm.
Sarah Buglin, who runs local baby classes said:  “I’ve always been interested in environmental issues. I’ve brought Leo (age 4) along today, it’s a really great way to get involved with the community and show that everyone can make a difference”.
Gaelle White, local mum and event organiser said: “In Plastic Free Lymm we’re really passionate about helping people to make small changes to cut their waste.  It doesn’t need to be difficult, and you can even save some money along the way – there’s no excuse for single use!  I’m really excited about our launch event – it’s going to be a great day out.’