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On what date did was it decided that the proposed phase-out of PVC, polystyrene and PVdC in food and beverage packaging would not proceed?

Answered Question 39004 (2026)
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Rachel Brooking

Member for Dunedin · Labour Party

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  • On what date did was it decided that the proposed phase-out of PVC, polystyrene and PVdC in food and beverage packaging would not proceed?

Answered by

Hon Nicola Grigg

Member for Selwyn · National Party · Minister for the Environment

Answer

A decision was made on 28 July 2026 that the proposed phase-outs would not be considered by Cabinet prior to the election due to other Government priorities.