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Find out about Local Wildlife Sites and Local Geological Sites, and how they are selected and protected.
Information on Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) for forestry projects in England. Guidance on whether you need to submit an EIA application form to the Forestry Commission.
What you can expect if you request a meter test.
How to develop and maintain a plan for managing radioactive wastes created and disposed of by radioactive substances activity permit holders.
If you impound water, or plan to, you may need to apply for an impounding licence.
How to change, revoke or transfer your licence, including if the licence holder dies or becomes bankrupt and find out when changes can be enforced.
How to assess a planning application when there are badgers on or near a proposed development site.
An introduction to agroforestry including the benefits and definitions.
Check the air, sea and rail carriers registered with the Animal and Plant Health Agency to transport assistance dogs with their owners.
T23 exemption allows you to compost small volumes of vegetation, cardboard and food waste to spread on soil to add nutrients or improve the structure.
Find out about eligibility and requirements for the top wiring - stone wall item.
End of waste criteria for the production and use of aggregates from inert waste.
U8 exemption allows you to recycle waste that does not need treating before being used. This helps reduce the use of virgin materials.
How food shops, manufacturers, and distributors must dispose of or handle former foodstuffs or food waste.
Information for pest controllers about the rules for using glue traps to catch rodents and how to apply for a licence.
Details for owners, operators, and masters of vessels on inland waters, including categorisation, how to apply, safety requirements and best practice.
As an owner or manager of land, understand how to restrict public access for land management, public safety or fire prevention reasons.
As a local highway authority (usually a county council or national park authority) you have statutory duties to record and keep public rights of way open.
South West byelaws are statutory (regulated by law) rules and regulations explaining who can fish, where, when and what fish you can take.
Register for a licence to survey great crested newts for scientific, research or educational purposes, including informing development projects – and report actions taken under a licence.
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