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Experts question how much recycling can really help in push to protect our planet
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The UK has become a nation of recyclers, with Wales in particular leading the way. But can recycling help to protect and conserve our natural environments as effectively as we've been led to believe?
Is recycling set to play a key role in a sustainable future, or do we need to change tack?
Presented by Julia O'Driscoll, with The Week's Kari Wilkin and guests Simon Ellin, Chief Executive of the Recycling Association and Paula Chin, Senior Policy Advisor, WWF. Produced by Rich Jarman.
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