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In Scotland, any waste with hazardous properties which could harm human health, or the environment is called “Special Waste”. The procedures for disposing of, carrying, and receiving special waste are set out in the Special Waste Regulations 1996. These regulations are the principal piece of legislation covering special waste arising in Scotland.
All special waste produced in Scotland must be consigned using a special waste consignment note (SWCN) bearing a unique SEPA-issued code, regardless of its destination within the UK.