BBC News on Instagram: "Tobacco companies will have to foot the bill to clean cigarette butts on streets and beaches in Spain, according to new environmental regulations. Millions of butts are thrown away each year - releasing toxic plastic waste which can take decades to break down. Microplastic pollution can hamper plant growth too, according to scientists. Figures from 2020 show around a fifth of adult Spaniards smoke every day. The rules came into force on Friday, but it remains unclear how they will be implemented and whether costs are likely to be passed on to consumers. Tap the link in our bio to find out where else has introduced similar measures. (📷 PA Media) #BBCNews"
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BBC News shared a post on Instagram: "Tobacco companies will have to foot the bill to clean cigarette butts on streets and beaches in Spain, according to new environmental regulations. Millions of butts are thrown away each year - releasing toxic plastic waste which can take decades to break down. Microplastic pollution can hamper plant growth too, according to scientists. Figures from 2020 show around a fifth of adult Spaniards smoke every day. The rules came into force on Friday, but it remains unclear how they will be implemented and whether costs are likely to be passed on to consumers. Tap the link in our bio to find out where else has introduced similar measures. (📷 PA Media) #BBCNews". Follow their account to see 17137 posts.