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Plastic Bag Ban In Selangor To Cover Friday Through Sunday Next Year

Bring your own reusable bags.

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The Selangor government is stepping up its efforts to reduce plastic waste by extending the current ban on plastic bags to three days a week — Friday, Saturday, and Sunday — starting next year

This initiative aims to further promote sustainable practices among businesses and consumers.

State public health and environment executive council member Jamaliah Jamaluddin announced the plan during a recent state assembly session, highlighting that the government is working to strengthen the legal framework needed for effective enforcement.

"We have held a workshop to discuss strengthening the relevant laws and enforcement action.

"At this time, it is important for us to know what form of authority can be used under the state government's jurisdiction when this initiative is announced.

"It can be implemented in line with enforcement actions," she told the state assembly on Monday, 25 November, as reported by Bernama.

Jamaliah Jamaluddin.

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The move continues Selangor's environmental efforts, which began in 2010 with 'No Plastic Bag Day' every Saturday, supported by supermarkets, mini marts, and other businesses

Shoppers are charged 20 sen per plastic bag, with proceeds directed toward charitable and environmental conservation projects.

Jamaliah was responding to a query from state assembly member Mariam Abdul Rashid, who inquired about further steps in the zero-plastic and polystyrene campaign.

The new three-day ban is part of Selangor's broader strategy to curb single-use plastics and encourage eco-friendly alternatives.

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Image via Selangor Journal

Under the expanded ban, shoppers are encouraged to bring reusable bags, reducing reliance on single-use plastics that contribute to pollution

With this initiative, Selangor continues to lead the way in environmental conservation in Malaysia. The extended ban aims to foster greater environmental awareness and action among businesses and consumers alike, paving the way for a greener future.

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In October, 99 Speedmart, Mydin, 7-Eleven, NSK Trade City, Watsons, Guardian, and 10 other retailers joined the effort to stop providing single-use plastic bags to customers:

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