5 pence plastic bag tax in England drops plastic bag use by 92%

by: Veronica Owens
recipient: The prime minister of Australia, the environment minister of Australai, state government leaders, heads of Woolworths, Coles, Myer, David Jones

In 2014, In England 7.6 BILLION plastic bags were handed out by major supermarkets
Since the 5p tax ( in the first six months) there has been a drop to 640 million bags been given out
If this trend continues, After 12 month there will be 6 billion less plastic bags given out
92% drop in use
Helps the environment
Will reduce animal cruelty
Saying NO to plastic bags is easier than you think

Come on Sydney

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5 pence plastic bag tax in England drops plastic bag use by 92%