A primary school in Crosskeys has been praised in parliament for their work to reduce single-use plastics.

Pupils at Waunfawr Primary School were successful in their campaign to replace their plastic milk cartons with reusable glass bottles.

The school’s eco-committee, which won the green apple award for environmental work in 2018, is attempting to rid the school of single-use plastics.

The eco-committee comprises of pupils aged between four and 11-years-old.

Speaking in the House of Commons during a climate change debate on Tuesday, January 21, Chris Evans MP said: “Small things make a big difference when it comes to climate change. Waunfawr primary school has an eco-community, and it decided to switch from plastic bottles to glass bottles to provide its milk.

“It had lots of problems finding a dairy that would provide glass bottles, but eventually it did.

“How will the Department [for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy] ensure that fewer single-use plastics are used by businesses, and by those in local government and the public sector?”

Business minister Kwasi Kwarteng MP responded by saying he would like to hear more about the school and offered to meet with Mr Evans.

Speaking after the debate, Mr Evans said: “Waunfawr Primary is a shining example of how making small changes can make a huge difference when it comes to climate change.

“I hope they show that anyone can do their bit to look after the environment and I know their work has inspired schools across the country to do the same.”

Mr Evans MP also said the school should act as an example for businesses and local authorities.