M&S replaces plastic with paper packaging across men’s essentials range
As part of its Plan A roadmap to achieve net zero by 2040, Marks & Spencer has reinforced its commitment to reducing plastic packaging by switching to FSC-certified paper for its men’s socks, pyjama sets, and selected underwear.
The change, which includes paper hooks instead of plastic, will see the British retailer remove almost 5.5 million units of plastic from its clothing and home business over the next year.
With one in five men in the UK purchasing their underwear and nightwear from M&S, and with 20 million pairs of men’s socks sold by the retailer each year, Marks & Spencer said it is focused on ensuring its packaging is easily recyclable for customers.
Katharine Beacham, Head of Sustainability in Clothing & Home at M&S, said: "We know we have a responsibility to do the right thing when it comes to our packaging by reducing unnecessary plastic.
"This one small change to our men’s essentials range will make a huge difference by removing over five million units of plastic from our supply chain.
"It also gives our customers the confidence to make more sustainable choices more easily when they shop with us, and trust that the M&S quality products they love are made, sourced and packaged with care."
