The move could eliminate 858 metric tonnes of plastic each year - but not everyone is happy
The fast food restaurant is axing plastic cutlery in favour of paper-based spoons in a bid to eliminate 858 metric tonnes of plastic each year. The new cutlery is made from renewable, FSC certified pressed-paper and is fully recyclable and compostable, McDonald’s said.
Read more:Peter Kay wows fans at tiny studio gig in Salford - a day after announcing massive arena comeback tour But, despite the environmental benefits, customers weren't too pleased about the change. Many were quick to take to social media to share their views. Twitter user @waterrrangel said: "Finding out McDonald's are now using paper spoons for mcflurries has ruined my week."
"Maccies using paper spoons aswell as straws now is criminal" @CaIIumZM said as @c0ttoncandyx added: "why the f**k have maccies changed their spoons, ragin."
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