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Understand the European Community (EC) Directive 1999/13/EC on the limitation of emissions of volatile organic compounds.
Guidance for fish passes where existing obstructions prevent the safe passage of eel and elver travelling up stream.
Definitive fees charged for applications under Schedule 7 of the Veterinary Medicines Regulations 2013.
An guide produced by Forestry Commission, Forest Research and Natural England to provide a decision framework for landowners on where to establish trees and where to restore peat.
How Defra and Natural England license the control of certain wild bird species.
As an authorised person, use this general licence to keep disabled schedule 4 wild birds for up to 15 days to rehabilitate them.
What to do if you think you've seen a wildlife crime.
Guidance on the methods that can be used to help manage wild birds like geese, gulls and pigeons without a licence.
Guidance on long duration water abstraction licences.
Find out how to sustainably manage forests and woodlands to protect and enhance the water environment.
Environment Agency regulatory position on when you can store, treat and use waste water containing concrete at construction sites.
You must read and agree to the terms and conditions set out in this document to apply for the tree health pilot scheme.
This guidance explains when deposit activities may need a marine licence from the Marine Management Organisation.
What enforcement action you can take if domestic solid fuels for sale in England do not meet the legal requirements.
Farm software companies that have successfully passed testing for the Cattle Tracing Service (CTS) Web Services.
How hydroelectric power works, regional schemes and information on installing your own micro-hydro scheme.
When you can bring seal, walrus and sea lion products into Great Britain. How recognised authorities can get approval to export seal products to Great Britain for trade.
How to check if an ivory item you're buying or hiring has been registered or certified as exempt, and what you need to do as a new owner.
How the Environment Agency regulates the different types of nuclear sites and protects people and the environment.
Check if you'll need an import licence and what import duty you'll need to pay when importing certain agricultural goods and food from outside the UK.
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