Remembrance poppies will be plastic-free and recyclable for the first time this year in a move to reduce single-use plastics.The Royal British Legion's Poppy Appeal 2023 is launching a new poppy, coming as the first redesign of the historic symbol in a generation.The British public will be able to buy the plastic-free version from thousands of volunteers across the UK or from major supermarkets from Thursday.They will also be able to purchase existing poppies with plastic, which can be recycled

Remembrance poppies will be plastic-free and recyclable for the first time this year in a move to reduce single-use plastics.The Royal British Legion's Poppy Appeal 2023 is launching a new poppy, coming as the first redesign of the historic symbol in a generation.The British public will be able to buy the plastic-free version from thousands of volunteers across the UK or from major supermarkets from Thursday.They will also be able to purchase existing poppies with plastic, which can be recycled at Sainsbury's supermarkets, as the charity looks to clear out its remaining stock.The annual campaign calls for the public to wear a poppy as a show of solidarity towards the armed forces community in the lead up to Remembrance Sunday, which falls on November 12 this year.It also raises vital funds to support veterans, serving personnel and their families all year round.