Butchers seek exemption from plastic bag levy

The national association representing butchers says the plastic bag levy is a tax on food safety.

The Associated Craft Butchers Organisation is calling for the levy to be removed on all bags used by butchers.

ACBI Chief Executive Pat Brady says the measure is a complete mess.

The Association has written to the Minister seeking consistency in food safety principles by allowing a total exemption on food safety and hygiene grounds for all packing used to wrap or carry fresh meat products.