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The controls that apply if you transport waste out of or into England.
Charges to dispose of DIY waste at household waste recycling centres will be removed.
Amended charges for international waste shipments come into force as of 1 April 2024
Details of fees and charges including information on how to pay.
From today, households no longer have to pay to get rid of DIY waste at council recycling centres
How to dispose of household waste legally. Check your council’s website for bin collection, bulky waste collection. What you must do if using private companies
Seeking views on preventing households being charged for the disposal of DIY waste and seeking evidence on the impact of booking systems at household waste recycling centres.
Find out when the Environment Agency classes a motor vehicle as waste and waste controls apply.
Standard rules and bespoke permits for using, treating, storing and disposing of waste. Check if you need a permit and find out how to apply.
Waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) - retailer and wholesaler responsibilities, waste collection and compliance schemes.
Get the Environment Agency’s opinion on if a material is a by-product or meets 'end of waste' status. The service costs £125 an hour including VAT.
Environment Agency launches consultation on updating charges for regulating notified international waste shipments
Find out about green taxes for businesses - tax relief for becoming more energy efficient and schemes for off-setting your environmental impact
Guidance primarily aimed at local responders covering environmental issues that may arise during the Recovery Phase of an emergency in the UK
Local authority permits for Part A (2) installations and small waste incineration plant, under Environmental Permitting Regulations.
Provides further information in support of the implementation of waste planning policy.
Apply to become an approved authorised treatment facility (AATF) and how to operate legally under the approval.
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