Where Tanzania leads...

... we almost certainly won't follow. Apparently, all plastic bags and packaging have just been banned in Tanzania - the law takes effect in six months time. Those who've visited East Africa will appreciate why it's thought that this is necessary. Suppliers who don't comply face up to 10 years in prison. Perhaps West Berkshire Council should follow suit. 10 years for whoever is responsible for the large numbers of bags decorating the shrubbery around Tescos in Pinchington Lane seems very reasonable to me.