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Single use plastics ban
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I am seeking data on convenience stores and supermarkets found in breach by trading standards of the latest phase of the single use plastics ban introduced on 1 October 2023.
We have inspected 6 premises (Garage shop, independent retailer, independent retailer (bakery), independent retailer (Bistro), Coffee shop, takeaway) All Inspections took place in March 2024.
1. The number of businesses who were found in breach between its implementation on 1 October 2023 and 31 March 2024. The key search terms I am seeking in relation to the type of business are; convenience store, corner shop, grocery store, supermarket, newsagent, symbol group, tobacconist, off licence and independent retailer.
Zero
2. The items they were found in breach of selling; single-use plastic plates, trays, bowls, balloon sticks, cutlery and polystyrene cups/food containers.
Not applicable
3. The punishment or penalty for the breach.
Not applicable
