Marine Litter Legislation – A toolkit for Policymakers

Well-crafted laws alone cannot solve the problem of marine litter, but they are an important piece of the puzzle. This toolkit provides an overview of existing marine litter legislation and case studies to help policymakers change the habits of producers and consumers. This report provides an overview of legislation that countries have implemented to tackle marine litter, focusing in particular on upstream solutions.It includes recommendations on mapping and reviewing regulatory frameworks, documenting and sharing experience, and providing grace periods when introducing legislation. It is expected to provide a source of inspiration to any country considering new legislation to address the marine litter issue.