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Permission is required for a burial at sea in the UK marine area.
The different types of SIA licence, and which job activities need a licence.
How and when local authorities can and cannot use fixed penalty notices (FPNs) for householders not complying with waste receptacle requirements.
You must not supply certain single-use plastic items in England, except for some exemptions.
How to separate, store, transport and dispose of international catering waste (ICW).
Guidance for waste collectors on household recycling requirements in England, which change on 31 March 2026.
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If you're an employee working at sea outside of the UK check if you can claim tax relief on your earnings.
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