Batteries Directive: implementation and draft regulations
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Detail of outcome
As a result of this consultation the government can proceed with the amendments to the Batteries Regulations.
Detail of feedback received
We received 7 responses to the consultation.
Original consultation
Consultation description
The 2013/56/EU Amended Batteries Directive amends the original 2006 Batteries Directive by:
- removing certain exemptions to the prohibitions in the directive on the placing on the market of batteries containing mercury or cadmium
- amending the provisions relating to the removability of a waste battery from an appliance by an independent qualified professional
We want to know if our draft amended regulations are accurate and do not exceed the Amended Batteries Directive’s requirements.
We also want to know whether we have accurately assessed the costs to consumers and business and the time required for retailers and wholesale managers to familiarise themselves with the amending regulations.
Documents
Updates to this page
Last updated 2 February 2015 + show all updates
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Added impact assessment.
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The government response to this consultation has been published.
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First published.