Government is considering charging a levy on plastic bags.
That's according to Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture member Tim Baker.
In Tynwald this week the Ayre and Michael MHK faced questions about such a scheme which would mirror one already up and running in the UK.
Mr Baker said a voluntary scheme is being considered which could see plastic bags cost up to 10p.
And he said the money raised would be given to local environmental causes:
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