Ministers consider doubling existing 5p levy and imposing it on even the smallest storesMinisters have been considering rolling out the plastic bag levy to all shops and doubling it to 10p.The prime minister was reportedly planning to announce the proposals next week as part of a series of measures designed to encourage the reuse of carrier bags and reduce the UK’s reliance on plastics, which are harmful to the environment. Continue reading…
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