EconomyLocal NewsNews Plastic bag ban on January 1, 2020 by Barbados Today 28/10/2019 written by Barbados Today Updated by Fernella Wedderburn 28/10/2019 0 min read A+A- Reset Internet photo Share FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail 155 Members of the public are reminded that the ban on single use petro-based plastic bags will come into effect from Wednesday, January 1, 2020. Wholesalers, retailers, supermarkets and those who use plastic bags in the operation of their businesses are therefore urged to seek out alternative products before the ban takes effect. Those who contravene the regulations could face stiff penalties. (JRB/BGIS) Barbados Today Stay informed and engaged with our digital news platform. The leading online multimedia news resource in Barbados for news you can trust. You may also like UWI, pharma partner to advance genetic research, target inherited diseases 21/06/2025 President champions youth innovation at Small Island Future Festival 21/06/2025 New prison officers warned against breaching laws 21/06/2025