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Consultation on Hazardous Waste Strategy

This consultation seeks views on a proposed Strategy for Hazardous Waste Management in England. The proposed strategy has been conceived to underpin the practical application of the revised Waste Framework Directive 2008/98/EC (WFD) and in particular the requirements that apply to hazardous waste.

Clarity is needed on how the requirements of the revised WFD should be implemented, particularly the revised waste hierarchy with respect to the management of hazardous waste. The principal aim of the proposed strategy is to deliver sound and, where necessary, improved hazardous waste treatment. It is expected that associated hazardous waste management practices and new infrastructure will meet existing regulatory requirements.

The strategy comprises:

  • Seven high level principles for the management of hazardous waste.
  • A set of outline decision trees to assist waste producers and waste managers to make the right decisions about the management of their waste and the investment in infrastructure to help move hazardous waste management up the waste hierarchy.
  • A timeline of action on issues relating to the introduction and implementation of the strategy.
  • A list of guidance relating to the treatment of hazardous waste.

All responses should be received by Tuesday 13 October 2009.

Page published: 21 July 2009