Alternatives to single-use plastic shopping bags by business type
Guide on alternatives to single-use plastic shopping bags for different types of businesses.
Guide on alternatives to single-use plastic shopping bags for different types of businesses.
Customers need bags which are easy to carry, can handle damp items and contain leaks, and are easy to clean.
Allow customers to bring bags from home. You could give them a small discount.
Customers need bags which are easy to carry, affordable and contain spills.
Encourage customers to bring bags or take food away without a bag. Some may have bags in their car boot.
Customers need bags which are easy to carry, can fit multiple and/or bulky items.
Do not offer a bag. If asked, offer a bag from the list below.
Suggested bag options include:
If possible, choose bags with a high percentage of recycled content. This can reduce environmental impact and help create demand for recycled products.
Customers need bags which are easy to carry, can hold multiple items, and are durable and affordable.
Let customers bring bags or carry items away without a bag. Some may have bags in their car boot.
Customers need bags which are easy to carry and can fit bulky items.
Let customers bring bags or carry items away without a bag. Some may have bags in their car boot.
Customers need bags which are easy to carry, durable, hold multiple items, and keep items cool.
Encourage customers to bring bags rather than buying new each time.
Customers need bags which are easy to carry, durable and can hold multiple items. They also need bags which can handle damp items and are easy to clean.
Ask customers to bring bags. Some may have bags in their car boot.
Customers need bags which are affordable, easy to carry and contains spills.
Encourage customers to bring bags or take food away without a bag. Some may have bags in their car boot.
Customers need bags that are easy to carry and can fit bulky items.
Do not offer a bag. Customers can bring bags or take items away without a bag. Some may have bags in their car boot.
Note: Paper bags or heavier LDPE bags (above 70 micron) are not included in the ban. These have not been included above as they are not as likely as the options provided to be a reusable alternative to single-use plastic shopping bags.