6th July, 2008
Links
For the latest news on forthcoming implementation of the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Regulations visit the Department of Trade and Industry’s website at www.dti.gov.uk/innovation/sustainability/weee/page30269.html
For the latest news on the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Regulations visit the DTI’s dedicated website at www.dti.gov.uk/innovation/sustainability/rohs/page29048.html
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www.resourcefutures.co.uk Resource Futures is the new united face of Network Recycling, The Recycling Consortium and SWAP. Together, the three recently merged organisations provide specialist research and development, consultancy and project management services to the public, private and community sectors. |
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www.defra.gov.uk The website of the Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. A good site to keep you up-to-date on the latest developments in legislation and government policy on waste and other environmental issues. More specific links below |
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www.environment-agency.gov.uk The website of the environmental regulator. Lots of up-to-the-minute information and publications on a wide range of environmental issues. |
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www.pesticides.gov.uk PSD is an executive agency of Defra. Their remit is to ensure that pesticides in the UK are safe for users, consumers and the environment. |
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www.chcs.org.uk The Chemical Hazards Communication Society. The website of the professional society for those concerned with hazards communication in supply and transport. Site includes news, event listings and EC Directives. |
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www.oilbankline.org.uk An important part of the Oil Care Campaign. The site enables you to locate your nearest oil bank simply by entering your postcode. |
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www.communityrepaint.org.uk One of the most innovative and practical waste minimisation/reuse initiatives in the UK. Unwanted, surplus paint is diverted from the waste stream and redistributed for reuse by community groups, charities and voluntary organisations. |
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www.rei.org.uk The website of the Regional Electronics Initiative: Yorkshire and the Humber; a network of seven independent computer refurbishment centres working together to deliver a high quality service to businesses, community and the environment. |
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www.dulux.com A long term member of the NHHWF and major funder of the Community Re>Paint initiative. Visit this site to get decorating ideas and the latest advice on paint and the environment. |
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www.cleaningexpert.co.uk Cleaning Expert was formed to offer a unique reference point on cleaning tips. The features and articles are written by professional journalists and experts with a background in the cleaning sector.
The site offers cleaning tips on household cleaning, outdoor cleaning, personal cleaning, equipment, stain removal and much more. |
Defra and Environment Agency links
The Environment Agency
The Environment Agency’s guidance document on the definition and classification of hazardous waste (Technical Guidance WM2) can be accessed at:
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Guidance on complying with the Hazardous Waste Regulations is available on the Environment Agency’s “Dealing with hazardous waste” pages at:
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The guidance covers a range of subjects including:
• consignment notes and classifying hazardous waste
• registering as a hazardous waste producer
• moving or receiving hazardous waste
• finding a waste contractor.
Defra
Background information on hazardous waste, including the Hazardous Waste Directive, hazardous waste forums and programmes, and international shipments of waste is available on Defra’s website at:
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More specific guidance on details of the Hazardous Waste Regulations is available at:
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The guidance includes:
• a frequently asked questions document
• a letter to local authorities on the application of the Hazardous Waste Regulations to domestic waste
• interim guidance on premises notification
• a summary booklet aimed at producers of hazardous waste.