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Hunt for criminals behind vast waste site continues
A 63-year-old woman who repeatedly ignored Environment Agency warnings about an illegal operation has been sentenced
The Environment Agency is appealing for information on a series of incidents involving the dumping of trailers packed with shredded or baled waste.
Burning household waste can cause pollution, harm people, wildlife and the environment and could lead to a fine of up to £50,000.
Ban on sale and supply of single-use vapes in England to come into force on 1 June 2025
Nine people have been sentenced for the operation of an illegal waste site in rural Lincolnshire, following an investigation by the Environment Agency.
A man described as ‘arrogant’ by a judge has been sentenced for arranging waste to be illegally dumped on his rural land near Consett.
A man has been ordered to clear illegally dumped waste from a site near Saltburn in a prosecution brought by the Environment Agency.
It brings together key stakeholders to enhance local and regional collaboration, communication and strengthen environmental response capabilities.
The agency has successfully applied for an injunction order against Himley Environmental, which operates 2 regulated facilities at Crooked House Lane in Himley.
Climate change conferences in Dashoguz, Balkanabat, Turkmenabat, Buzmeyin and Ashgabat.
In a prosecution brought by the Environment Agency, PDM Industries Ltd have been fined £60,046.
A chance for local people to have their say on waste plans
Following an investigation by the Environment Agency, a father and son duo have been sentenced after pleading guilty to the operation of an illegal waste site.
The Environment Agency has successfully prosecuted a man for obstructing officers in the course of their duty at a site near Alfreton in Derbyshire.
The Environment Agency has launched a consultation for an environmental permit application in Redditch, Worcestershire for a small-scale refinery facility.
Environment Agency prosecutes property company for failing to comply with order. Landlords left to clear up waste.
The Environment Agency and others are looking into evidence of potential waste crime found at a site near Verwood, Wimborne.
Three prosecuted for large-scale illegal waste dumps across country as part of Environment Agency-led Operation Cesium
Rosewood Pet Products has made a financial contribution of £66,149.57 to a local charity after failing to comply with packaging waste regulations.
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