Commission launches call for evidence on microplastics pollution

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The European Commission has launched a call for evidence for information relating to microplastics pollution in order to reduce its impact on the environment. The initiative aims to reduce environmental pollution and potential health risks and improve the science around the occurrence of microplastics in the environment, while respecting the principles of the single market and encouraging competitiveness and innovation. The feedback period closes on 28 December 2021 (midnight Brussels time).