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Irish plastic bag levy cuts usage by 90 per cent

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(IE) – The introduction of the Plastic Bag Levy in Ireland has dramatically cut the amount of bags used and raised €3.5m in the first three months of its existence. Since the tax came into effect on 4 March 2002, the use of plastic carrier bags has plunged 90 per cent, according to first receipts collected by the ...

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