Plastic bag use drop by a third
(WorldNews South Korea)

By Bahk Eun-ji The use of plastic bags has declined drastically since the government banned the single-use carry products from discount store chain outlets and major supermarkets in April, according to industry data, Sunday. However, given that distributors are still using such disposable package materials as styrofoam and plastic wrap to contain fresh food, critics say the ban has yet to fulfill its goal. The ban on plastic bags took effect on April 1 following a three-month grace period....