Submitted on Wednesday 8th May 2019
Rejected on Wednesday 5th June 2019
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: duplicate (see below for details)
Ban and fine the import and sale of palm oil to the United Kingdom
Import reinforces and increases dependence on harmful palm oil production. Ban of import and fine of ban evasion allows greater independence from palm oil. Independence supports choice of sustainable alternatives instead of contributing to pollution, species endangering, and indigenous rights abuse.
Demand for palm oil increases pressure to destroy rainforests and wetlands for plantations.
Rainforest and wetland destruction releases greenhouse gases and reduces carbon capture capacity.
Slash and burn deforesting increases local air pollution and related health risks to locals.
Rainforest and wetland destruction puts endangered plant and animal species at risk of extinction.
Deforesting denies indigenous people right to their home.
Why is it legal for the UK to contribute to this?
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