Carrier bag charge sees usage plummet by 97%
Today we are looking at media coverage of the latest annual figures for single-use carrier bag usage in England.
Government steps up war on waste
Today we look at coverage of our announcements on the new 10p single-use carrier bag charge and consultation launch on consistent recycling collections in England.
Plastic bags sales down by 90% following government 5p charge, decision on metaldehyde and RPA payments
Today's blog looks at the success of the 5p plastic bag charge as the Environment Secretary reveals bag sales are down by 90% since it the charge was introduced. Furthermore, the Rural Payments Agency confirms that overdue agri-environment claims have been fully paid, we provide clarification on government reconsideration of metaldehyde ban and National Parks Minister, Lord Garner, visits New Forest Show.