Provision of plastic shopping bags enacted a total ban ordinance Kyoto Kameoka March 24, 19:13
In Kameoka, Kyoto, the first nationwide ordinance banning the provision of plastic shopping bags at retail stores was passed and passed by the city council on the 24th.
This ordinance was proposed by Kameoka City to reduce the amount of plastic waste from the Hozu River, which is known for its descent, and was voted on by the city council on 24th.
The regulations prohibit the provision of plastic shopping bags at supermarkets and convenience stores, even if charged, and prohibit the free provision of paper bags that are easily decomposed into soil and water.
In the event of a violation, the city can conduct on-site inspections and make recommendations for improvement, and penalties for announcing the name of the company have been established.
At the beginning, the enforcement of the ordinance, which was aimed at August, started in January next year based on the opinion of the business side that a certain preparation period is required.
On the other hand, if the spread of the new coronavirus continued, an incidental resolution was passed, which considered delaying the enforcement of the ordinance.
According to the city, it is the first time in the whole country to enact an ordinance prohibiting the provision of plastic shopping bags even for a fee.