Plastic bag use down 70% in Wales since charges began

Almost three-quarters of consumers say they support the 5p charge that has raised millions for charities, report says

The number of single-use plastic bags has declined by more than 70% since charges were introduced in Wales, a report reveals on Friday, weeks before a similar scheme is launched in England.

According to the report, which was commissioned by the Labour-led Welsh government, almost three-quarters of consumers say they are supportive of a charge.