opportunities for our local entrepreneurs to look for eco-friendly and green alternatives. 1,790 200 biodegradable bags were imported in 2017/2018. 444. The Local Government Act was amended in 2018 to provide for penalties of up to 500,000 rupees for any person who undertakes development works without being the holder of a Building and Land Use Permit and who undertakes development works contrary to the conditions of the permit. The act also provides for a pulling down notice for development works in or on any canal, river or drain without having obtained an approval or a permission required under any other enactment. 150