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When did Thea ban all plastic straws and knives and forks?
It is reported that from July 1 day, Seattle, USA will completely ban the catering industry from providing plastic straws and plastic knives and forks, and encourage the use of reusable tableware or compostable plastic products.

According to statistics, there are about 5,000 restaurants with business licenses in Seattle, and this wave of plastic restrictions is expected to have a significant impact. The Seattle Public Utilities Commission announced that violators would face a fine of $250.

Jackson, strategic adviser of the Waste Avoidance and Product Management Department of Seattle Public Enterprise Committee, said that from July 1 day, catering operators should no longer provide plastic straws, plastic knives and forks and other tableware to consumers, and should switch to compostable plastic products, provide reusable tableware or try to avoid using straws.

Halla, chairman of Seattle Public Affairs Committee, said that the global ocean is facing a serious crisis of plastic pollution. "As a pioneer, Seattle set an example for other cities in the United States and decided to ban straws. I am deeply proud of this. "

Hala further stated that the goal for next year is to make all restaurant operators, dining car vendors and catering operators avoid continuing to use plastic tableware and use compostable plastic products instead. It is reported that although the catering industry is forbidden to provide plastic tableware and straws, consumers can still buy these goods in supermarkets and retail stores all over Seattle.