If you’re out shopping, you should think about the following:

• making your own presents or cards - your local library will have a list of local craft groups for help and inspiration
• selecting items with minimal packaging
• buying products sold in refill packs
• choosing a multi-purpose cleaner instead of buying lots of different cleaning products
• avoiding multi-packs of mini food portions
• not buying disposable products - try buying multi-use ones, such as rechargeable batteries, electric razors
• buying fresh vegetables and milk locally during the summer from Dagenham Starter Farm
• borrowing books and renting DVDs from your local library rather than buying them new
• consider buying secondhand items