During my years residing in Zimbabwe, a system was in place for the collection and refund of glass bottles at grocery stores. A special hatch was designated for bottle return, where they were counted and a voucher was issued that could be spent within the store. Notably, no beverages were available in plastic containers. In a recent precedent-setting move, Ireland was the first nation globally to prohibit smoking in public areas. I would be filled with immense pride if Ireland continued this trend, becoming Europe’s initial country to outlaw plastic bottles and switch back to glass. Yours sincerely, Afric McGlinchey from Clonakilty, Co Cork.
