The Ipoh City Council (MBI) will implement a 'No plastic bag' campaign, in which RM0.20 will be charged for the use of plastic bags on Saturdays & this kickstarts in June 2023. The main purpose of the campaign is to reduce single-use plastics in Ipoh to ensure environmental sustainability.
1,387 premises have agreed to become Plastic Bag Free Premises. They include hypermarkets, supermarkets, convenience stores, fast food restaurants, chain stores, and pharmacies.
Premises that provide and charge users RM0.20 for a plastic bag will receive a 'No Free Plastic Bag Day Premises' certificate, while premises that do not supply plastic bags will receive a 'Plastic Bag Free Premises' certificate. All participants need to display their certificates at their respective business premises to ensure the campaign's success.
