Mars bar plastic wrapper swapped for paper

Mars bars have been given a new look with recyclable paper wrappers instead of plastic. Mars say it's a challenge to find the right paper packaging solution with an "Adequate level of barrier properties to protect the chocolate". Mars's current plastic wrappings are not recyclable, as is the case for many items including crisp packets and many chocolate bar wrappers. The government in January announced a ban on single-use plastics such as plastic cutlery, plates and polystyrene tray, although the ban has not yet come in to effect. Rew Flood, Tesco packaging development manager, said he was "Delighted to partner with Mars", adding that the initiative aligned with Tesco's "Own strategy of removing plastic and packaging" in its business.

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