DO YOU THINK a 10-cent refund is a good incentive for people to recycle more plastic bottles, glass bottles and cans?

This is a proposal by the Green Party and co-sponsored by the Labour Party, which would aim to reduce waste in Ireland. The government estimates that the proposal would cost around €120 million to roll out.

But would it work? We’re asking you: Would you recycle items for a 10-cent refund?

Poll Results:

Yes, I already recycle (8610)

Yes, I don't recycle much (817)

No (450)

I don't know (112)

Yes, I already recycle
Yes, I don't recycle much
No
I don't know

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Poll: Would you recycle items to get a 10-cent refund?

Poll Results:

Making a difference

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