GreenWatch v AG & N.E.MA (Misc. Cause No.140 of 2002)
GreenWatch v AG & N.E.MA (Misc. Cause No.140 of 2002) [2012] UGHC 205 (5 October 2012)
The court found consensus between the parties regarding the environmental dangers posed by the rampant and uncontrolled use of polythene bags and plastics. The court recognized that some steps had been taken by the government to curb the importation and use of polythene bags, including legislative proposals and regulatory measures. However, the court noted that these measures had not yet resulted in effective protection of the environment. The court held that the manufacture, distribution, use, sale, and disposal of plastic bags, containers, food wrappers, and other forms of plastic commonly…
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- Right To Clean Environment
- Plastic Waste Management
- Environmental Regulation
- Polluter Pays Principle