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12 Mr. Sargent asked the Minister for the Environment and Local Government the reason there were no proposals to tax the manufacturers with a levy for the manufacture of plastic bags or retailers who supply plastic bags; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18793/00]
39 Mr. Gormley asked the Minister for the Environment and Local Government when the proposed 10p levy on plastic bags will be introduced; the cause of the delay in its introduction; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18791/00]
57 Mr. Gilmore asked the Minister for the Environment and Local Government when the proposed levy on plastic bags will come into operation; the steps being taken to ensure retailers provide shoppers with alternatives to plastic bags; if he will apply the levy on a pro rata basis, to other larger plastic bags, such those used for fertilizers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18642/00]
I propose to take Questions Nos. 12, 39 and 57 together.
I refer to the reply to Priority Question No. 4 of today's date.
