Hazardous waste regulations

The Hazardous Waste (England and Wales)(Amendment) Regulations 2009 SI 507 came into force in England on 6 April 2009.

The Hazardous Waste (Wales) (Amendment) Regulations 2009 SI 2861 came into force in Wales on 18 November 2009.

What are the main changes to the hazardous waste regulations?

• If you produce less than 500kg of hazardous waste in any year you do not have to register with the Environment Agency. This limit was previously 200kg.
• If you are a contractor dealing with asbestos waste from domestic premises the regulations affect you, but not the occupier.

Who do the changes affect?

If you produce, move, receive or dispose of hazardous waste in England or Wales these changes are likely to affect you.

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