Research and analysis

Drivers of diversion from landfill and innovation in the waste industry

Qualitative research into the drivers of diversion of waste from landfill and innovation in the waste management industry.

From:
HM Revenue & Customs
Published
13 June 2014

Documents

Drivers of diversion from landfill and innovation in the waste industry

Ref: HMRC Research Report 316

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UK landfill tax was introduced in 1996 with a standard rate for active wastes and a lower rate for less polluting or inactive wastes. In the 2007 Budget the then Chancellor announced the present standard rate escalator period would start in April 2008. Under this escalator, between 2008 and 2014 the standard rate increased by £8 per tonne per year.

In October 2013, Databuild was commissioned by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) to conduct qualitative research with businesses, investors and local authorities to explore the drivers of behaviour change and innovation in the waste management industry, and the role of the landfill tax in this.

Published 13 June 2014