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Millions of UK tyres meant for recycling sent to furnaces in India

Millions of waste tyres from the UK are being sent to India, where they are being cooked in makeshift furnaces, causing health and environmental issues, as reported by the BBC.
The UK exports about 50 million waste tyres each year, with around half going to India, where many end up in illegal pyrolysis plants, according to official figures.
Environmental lawyers estimate that 70% of imported tyres are processed in dangerous conditions, resulting in local health problems, including respiratory issues, as claimed by Imperial College London scientists.
The UK government's Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs insists that there are strict controls against exporting waste tyres, amid claims that businesses prioritize profit over safe recycling practices.

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