The Duke of Sussex spoke of “fast fashion” and its environmental impact as he and his wife took to the beach in Melbourne.
Harry and Meghan’s last engagement of the day in Victoria saw them visit South Melbourne beach, where they heard about BeachPatrol’s efforts to keep the local coastline litter-free and reduce the impact on the marine environment.
The duke said: “There is literally plastic everywhere. And, you know, microplastics are a real problem, especially the microplastics from fast-fashion. Did you know that’s one of the biggest culprits?”
Meghan told the pupils: “It’s amazing what you guys are doing.
“Well done, you’re doing a really great job. Keep it up.”
The couple then strolled hand in hand towards an assembled group of lifeguards with one, Sebastian Top, asking if they were going for a dip.
Harry pointed to a group of around 30 people who had waded into the sea from the beach to get a better view of them.
He said: “If we try and swim, I think they might be a bit of a hazard.”
