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Nick Baker investigates the tide of plastic contaminating the south west's marine environment, and Jemma Woodman finds out why one Plymouth community is doing battle with its MoD neighbours.

29 minutes

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Mon 5 Oct 2015 19:30

Microplastics

In a bid to reduce waste, England has introduced a 5p charge on plastic bags.

Scientists studying the impact of plastic waste on the marine environment have warned contamination could be passing up the food chain to humans.

They've found tiny pieces of plastic inside the guts of zooplankton - the microscopic creatures that many sea species feed on.

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Role Contributor
Presenter Jemma Woodman
Reporter Nick Baker
Series Editor Samantha Smith

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