Whilst the coronavirus pandemic has, and continues to, rock the nation – there are some small wins that have made us smile over the past few months. Wearing a face covering when leaving the house does come with its benefits, and we’re not just talking about protecting against COVID-19.

In accordance with government advice, millions of people globally have started to wear face masks and face coverings as a preventative measure against COVID-19. Although this does contribute to slowing down the spread of the virus, the exponential use of disposable masks is having a profound effect on the environment that seems to have been overlooked.