Council backs real nappy week

The national campaign is aimed at raising awareness about the impact disposable nappies have on the environment.

Councillor Julie Carr, Lead Member for the Environment at Lewes District Council, said:

'The Council is keen to encourage the prevention of nappy waste. Nearly three billion nappies are thrown away in the UK every year.

'A baby can produce up to two tons of soiled disposable nappies. It's very important to reduce the amount of waste going to landfill and to recycle wherever we can.

'Real nappies don't cost the earth - in fact using washable nappies not only helps the environment but saves people a considerable amount of money when compared with the cost of buying disposable nappies.

'A wide-ranging choice of washable cloth nappies is available as an eco-friendly alternative. Real nappies come in all shapes and styles, from fitted to flat, with poppers or Velcro, even designs in day-glo colours or leopard print.'