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"Madam President, much of the debate around this report has been characterised by an unjust, misinformed attack on oxo—biodegradable plastics technology, which has a considerable contribution to make in the battle against excessive plastic bag littering, which is something we would all like to stop. This innovative technology has been driven by a company in my East of England constituency with 30 dedicated employees. As one of the local MEPs, I applaud the work they have done and recognise the potential for thousands of jobs in the future.
Yet, while this technology has vast potential, the report’s rapporteur has given in to rival Italian vested interests resting on hydro-biodegradable technology, which has simply sought to eliminate a competitor from the market. We should proceed on the basis of independently produced, solid, scientific evidence, not misinformed smears. Thanks to the tireless work by my ECR colleagues, the Commission and Council saw sense. The finalised directive rightly refuses to ban oxo—biodegradable technology and calls on the Commission to conduct a proper scientific study. We must await its outcome and not rush to judgement."@en1
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