Issue - decisions

Resolved:  (i)      That both the “i am reusable” and the “Yorkshire on Tap” initiatives be supported.

Reason:     To help reduce single use plastics in the city.

                   (ii)      That officers be asked to review how a wide range of schemes for reusable bottles and cups in the city can be supported and promoted.

Reason:     To drive down waste and litter in the city.

                   (iii)     That officers be asked to work with One Planet York partners to co-ordinate the promotion of these initiatives as part of a coherent plan to enhance York’s sustainability.

Reason:     To encourage a partnership in line with the council’s values and the principles of One Planet York.

                   (iv)    That officers be asked to organise a follow up meeting for interested parties.

Reason:     In order to explore how the council can assist in promoting a city-wide campaign, involving existing initiatives, to reduce single use plastics and the waste that they cause and to encourage people to drink more water.