A brilliantly simple law! The statistics around how long plastic stays with us in landfill and in our oceans are horrendous. A great way for the entire community to feel good about itself.
The City of Fremantle’s local law which prohibits retailers from providing customers with single–use non–biodegradable plastic bags will come into effect from 21 August 2013.
SO we are starting to role out the education campaign. Some more info is here :
http://www.fremantle.wa.gov.au/cityservices/Environmental_health/Plastic_bags
FAQ
Why is the City introducing this law?
Despite our reduction in plastic bag use Australians still use over four billion plastic checkout–style bags a year–all of them made from non–renewable fossil fuels. We only use plastic bags for minutes, but many of them can take hundreds of years to break down.
What does the new law require me to do?
The ban will prohibit you from selling or giving away plastic bags made of polyethylene polymer less than 60 microns thick. Check with your supplier if you are unsure about composition or thickness.
Will the ban apply to all Fremantle retailers?
Yes. The ban applies to…
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