Date:
Sat, 11/07/2009 - 10:00 to Sun, 28/04/2024 - 18:04
Venue:
Clock tower
Project tag:
On 11th July 2009, the PACT Plastic Bag Free Penrith team surveyed shoppers at a stall in the town centre.
- 334 shoppers questioned
- 98% were aware of the problems caused by plastic carrier bags
- 87% generally take their own reusable bag when out shopping
- 42% supported a total ban on plastic bags being given out by Penrith shops
- 38% preferred the idea of a charge for bags
- 22% chose the option of a reduction in bags being given out but no charge.
