If you’re planning to throw a Halloween party for the children, or maybe even for the grown-ups, here are a three little tips to make your party an altogether greener one.

Think organic, local and Fairtrade - when you’re planning your party food and decor, opt for local apples for the apple bobbing, local pumpkins for the Jack ‘o Lantern, Fairtrade and organic chocolates and sweet treats, and local and where possible organic food too.

Think biodegradable -  get your hands on some biodegradable crockery instead if you’re a paper plate junkie.

Think reuse and repurpose - for costumes and decorations, use what you already have.  Get a book out of the library on making Halloween costumes and make one yourself out of second hand materials.

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