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Noise is an inevitable consequence of a mature and vibrant society, but it can have a negative effect on people’s quality of life, affecting their health and wellbeing.
How councils deal with complaints about noise at night, intruder alarms, construction noise and loudspeakers in the street.
This guide explains how impacts on noise should be incorporated into a cost benefit analysis.
Explaining which noise sources were included in the 2017 (Round 3) strategic noise mapping dataset.
Your legal obligations to ensure the health, safety and welfare of your farm employees and workers
Noise action plans (Round 2) for agglomerations (large urban areas), roads (including major roads) and railways (including major railways).
Explaining which noise sources were included in the 2012 strategic noise mapping dataset.
Paper and cardboard production can cause significant pollution. This guide describes industry responsibilities for preventing pollution.
What counts as a statutory nuisance and how councils can deal with complaints by issuing an abatement notice.
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