In 2023, there were *** local authorities in the United Kingdom, all of which provided a kerbside collection service that included plastic bottles. Between 2010 and 2023, the share of UK local authorities collecting plastic pots, tubs, and trays at kerbsides increased from ** percent to ** percent. Meanwhile, the share of local authorities collecting plastic film has stagnated in recent years, reported at ** percent in 2023.
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