Submitted on Wednesday 9th May 2018
Rejected on Friday 11th May 2018
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: duplicate (see below for details)
Allow a medical exemption in the ban of plastic straws.
Many disabled people rely on the use of plastic straws to remain hydrated. Alternatives are not as safe, usable or as flexible. The ban as it is proposed would affect a huge number of disabled people and we urge the government to consider their needs before rolling out a complete ban.
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petition.parliament.uk/petitions/215968
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