article_snippet: The MCS is also concerned that the bag charge scheme for England will not be as effective as those in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
article_snippet: This is because The MCS carries various exemptions, including a decision not to apply the 5p fee in small shops.
article_snippet: Wales was the first home nation to introduce a 5p charge four years ago.
article_snippet: A number of countries have taxes on shops which give out free bags, including Belgium, Bulgaria, Denmark, France, Hungary, Latvia, Netherlands, Romania, and Slovenia.
highlights_snippet: Charge system already introduced in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland .
  