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The Single Use Carrier Bags Charges (England) (Amendment) Order 2021

08 June 2021

Amends/Commences: The Single Use Carrier Bags Charges (England) Order 2015
 
Comes into force: 21st May 2021
 
Jurisdiction: England
 
The minimum amount that all sellers must charge for a single use carrier bag in England is increased to 10 pence. 

Airports are now required to charge for single use carrier bags and sealed transit bags are also included in the list of excluded bags.

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