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Nema has announced that it is illegal to use conventional plastic bags or bin liners to collect organic waste. This follows the expiry of 90 days issued by the authority.

Dublin, Oct. 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "United States Trash Bags - Market Share Analysis, Industry Trends & Statistics, Growth Forecasts (2024-2029)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets ...