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Paper and cardboard production can cause significant pollution. This guide describes industry responsibilities for preventing pollution.
Get help to classify various types of wood for import and export.
Public and private waste collectors must follow the regulation on collecting certain wastes separately.
Find out how to prepare written assessments to collect paper and card with other dry recyclables. Assessments will be required from March 2025 or March 2026, depending where you collect from.
A template to help waste collectors prepare written assessments to collect paper and card with other dry recyclables.
How to apply for mandatory registration and voluntary accreditation as a reprocessor or exporter of packaging waste – includes how to comply with requirements and technical information.
Find out when you can zero rate books and other forms of printed matter.
Waste codes for common wastes produced by mechanical treatment at a waste management facility.
From 1 October 2024, more materials facilities will need to sample and report their waste. Sampling and reporting will be more detailed and more frequent under the amended regulations.
Licensing requirements for importers and exporters, duty rates, reliefs and import VAT for printed books, newspapers and related products.
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