http://www.manxradio.com/news/isle-of-man-news/get-rid-of-superfluous-plastic-straws/
It occurs to me that here is a virtual no-brainer. The Island could take a lead and just ban the sale and import of plastic straws. Alternatives are easily available. And while we are at it, plastic cotton buds. Same argument applies. Oh, and while we are at that, plastic carrier bags too. Same argument applies.