New Zealand says it's the first to ban thin plastic bags from supermarkets

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-07-01/new-zealand-bans-thin-plastic-bags-from-supermarkets/102550520

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can@sh.itjust.works · 2 pts · 3y (2 replies)

Canada? No? Guess not federally.

epimede@sh.itjust.works · 1 pts · 3y (1 reply)

Where are they banned? Like not checkout bags, but the bags in the produce section? My city had banned the shopping bags, but nothing else plastic. It's such a shock to go to another city and be offered plastic bags now!

can@sh.itjust.works · 1 pts · 3y

Oh the thin ones, my bad, we still have those. I've considered buying the mesh bags they sell though. We also still get iced coffee in a plastic cup too but don't worry the straw is paper!

ArchmageAzor@sh.itjust.works · 1 pts · 3y

Is it? I remember hearing about someone else being first. Can't remember who though, southern hemisphere I think. I think they even banned all plastic packaging.