UK: Single use carrier bags charge in Scotland approved

11 June 2014

The Scottish Parliament has approved the Single Use Carrier Bags Charge (Scotland) Regulations 2014, meaning the 5 pence minimum charge will commence on October 20 2014. Scotland currently uses 750 million bags every year – the highest number in the UK. The purpose of the charge is to encourage shoppers to think about reusing bags to prevent litter and improve Scotland’s environment.
A public consultation revealed overwhelming support for the charge, which will see funds generated being donated to good causes. The Scottish Government and delivery body Zero Waste Scotland have been working closely with retailers at all stages of the process (News Item Scottish Government, 28 May 2014).
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Click here for the regulations.
Click here for more information about the carrier bags charge.

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