€13.5m plastic bag levy cash to boost council coffers

PART of the €13.5m raised from the plastic bag levy will be given as a reward to local authorities who provide recycling services.

€13.5m plastic bag levy cash to boost council coffers
Tue, 29 Jul, 2003 - 01:00
Eddie Cassidy

Environment Minister Martin Cullen yesterday approved a total of €2.5m for proposed new environmental projects for councils.

He also promised to boost the coffers of councils adopting a proactive approach to recycling with a further €2.5m by the year end.

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