Category Archives: Bag Campaign

To see our award-winning animation film, shown at the climate change conference in Copenhagen, click here.

We began the winter 2009 programme of activities by joining in the first International Plastic Bag Free day (12th September 2009) and raised a few pounds selling our cloth bags. We had massive support again from most independent traders, and the Co-op. … Continue reading →

THE PLASTIC PLAGUE The bad news: Plastic bags are said to be the most common manmade item seen by sailors at sea. A UN report in June 2006 estimated that on every square mile of ocean there’s 46,000 pieces of … Continue reading →

Change your shopping habits! Lots of environmentally conscious companies are now giving away free carriers so you can create your own collection – and carry them with you at all times. There are also very chic ones to buy – … Continue reading →

For a printable sheet with details of  Turn Lyme Green recommended suppliers, click HERE.  If you are a business thinking of buying bags, please contact us. We can put you in touch with other traders using the same size and type of bag … Continue reading →

We are grateful to all the many shops and businesses, who have pledged their support for the campaign. For a full list of traders, businesses and groups click HERE . Those who have pledged their support are highlighted in green. We are delighted … Continue reading →

HELP FREE LYME REGIS FROM PLASTIC CARRIER BAGS We use them for an average of 12 minutes – but their lethal effects last between 15 and 1000 years. Every year, British shoppers get through about 10 billion plastic bags.  And … Continue reading →