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Understand the European Community (EC) directive 2006/12/EC6 on waste (Waste Framework Directive).
The guide highlights key environmental, technical and economic issues to raise the level of understanding and debate around energy from waste.
Two people have been sentenced for operating illegal waste sites in Yorkshire following an Environment Agency investigation.
A report from the Government Chief Scientific Adviser on the value of waste.
A cross-sectional study on the protective role of parental monitoring, religiosity, and self-esteem
When you can store and dewater street sweeping waste without an environmental permit for a waste operation.
Low risk waste activities that the Environment Agency has agreed do not need a permit.
Data and Records guidance for standardised waste packages containing Low Heat Generating Waste (LHGW)
Includes antisocial behaviour, abuse, benefit fraud and terrorism
The Committee published its report 'Standards Matter' on 17 January 2013.
Use this form to apply for an order of wasted costs.
Environment Agency regulatory position on managing unused waste COVID-19 personal protective equipment (PPE) at a facility designated by the Department of Health and Social Care.
Environment Agency enforcement position on when you can accept waste with codes that are not listed in your waste authorisation or the quality protocols.
Arrange a special collection for large waste items - most councils will collect things like old sofas, fridges or washing machines for a fee
Environment Agency regulatory position on how to classify excavated waste from street works and utility works when you cannot take samples before excavation.
The convictions you must declare when you apply for a permit for waste activities or installations.
Advice on indicative standards of operation and environmental performance for industrial sectors.
The collection for the Committee on Standards in Public Life's review into accountability within public bodies.
A Bridgwater waste business director's company took in excess waste, then failed to have it removed after being told to do so by the Environment Agency.
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