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An important part of the work to close down Dounreay is to address the legacy of radioactive particles in the marine environment around the site.
Space weather events pose a risk to technology, infrastructure, electrical systems and, to a limited extent, public health.
Substances that are classed as persistent organic pollutants (POPs) and when you're allowed to use them.
COMEAP advice note on the health evidence relevant to developing targets for fine particulate air pollution (PM2.5) under the Environment Act (2021).
Paper and cardboard production can cause significant pollution. This guide describes industry responsibilities for preventing pollution.
How the maritime industry should treat waste at sea and in ports, reduce oil and air pollution, and control ozone-depleting substances.
Information on depleted uranium (DU) including what it is, its uses, health effects and protection from exposure.
How to identify and classify waste that contains POPs.
How to transport dangerous goods, including guidance notes, authorisation notices, exception notices and multilateral agreements.
A link to the details of all particle finds before 31 October 2023 can be found below.
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