Public asked to dispose of single-use face coverings responsibly

The public are being asked to dispose of single use face coverings and gloves responsibly.

It's been revealed around 194 billion disposable face masks and gloves, which aren't biodegradable, are used each month.

The Island's Government strongly recommends wearing a face covering in public places, however it's urging people to use reusable items to protect the environment.

Geoffrey Boot MHK, Minister for Environment, Food and Agriculture, said: ‘We must prevent them from littering our countryside, our beautiful beaches, and entering the sea - to keep our Biosphere and the people and wildlife that live within it safe.’