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Originally Posted by Vikrum
I happen to think Austria/Germany are very good comparisons with the UK, as both charge for plastic bags, and both countries have excellent reputations for recycling within the home. Britain is so far behind them in terms of environmental sustainability.
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In Germany they recycle a lot more but also get money back on items recycled. This is probably the best way forward because it'd encourage people to recycle. I mean, how many glass Barr bottles do you see lying around or smashed up? not many, cos we'r stingy bastards as a nation and want our 20p back! haha