Wales' plastic bag charge yields massive green savings

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New report shows some retailers have virtually eliminated the use of plastic carrier bags in Wales

Some retailers in Wales have virtually eliminated the use of plastic carrier bags, according to new analysis on the impact of the Welsh government's 5p bag levy that looks set to increase pressure on the...

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