All shops will now be forced to charge 5p per plastic bag

The video discusses the UK government's plan to extend the plastic bag levy to corner shops, aiming to reduce plastic waste. It highlights the need for better recycling education and financial incentives for manufacturers to use recyclable materials. Sky Ocean Rescue campaigns for a change in plastic use, citing environmental impacts like a whale's death due to plastic ingestion. The government plans to address air pollution, water quality, and propose a National Forest, with public support for these initiatives. The plan's success will depend on its implementation and impact on the environment.

What is the government's plan regarding plastic bags in corner shops?

• To provide them for free

• To replace them with paper bags

• To ban them completely

• To charge a levy similar to supermarkets

What do environmental economists suggest to encourage manufacturers to use recyclable materials?

• Subsidize plastic production

• Increase consumer taxes

• Provide financial incentives

• Ban non-recyclable materials

What campaign is mentioned in relation to rethinking plastic use?

• Greenpeace Initiative

• Ocean Clean Up

• Plastic Free Challenge

• Sky Ocean Rescue

What additional environmental issues does the government's plan aim to address?

• Urban development and traffic congestion

• Wildlife conservation and renewable energy

• Air pollution and water quality

• Deforestation and soil erosion

What is the expected political benefit of the government's environmental plan?

• Enhanced public support

• Reduced government spending

• Increased tax revenue

• Improved international relations