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Special Waste Regulations 1996

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In Scotland, the Special Waste Regulations 1996 (and their amendments) set out procedures to be followed when disposing of, carrying and receiving special waste. The regulations are the principal piece of legislation covering special waste arising in Scotland. Elsewhere in the UK and the EC, Special Waste is referred to as hazardous waste and managing and regulating it is essential to minimise any effects on the environment.

All special (hazardous) waste produced in Scotland must be consigned using a SEPA-issued consignment note or code, regardless of its final destination within the UK. Special waste consignment notes (SWCNs) can be purchased online here or by contacting SEPA.

When exporting special (hazardous) waste to England, Wales or Northern Ireland for treatment, Disposal or Recovery, the consignee who receives the waste is required to send a copy of the completed deposit note to SEPA[1] [2].

References

  1. ↑ Defra, 2011. Special Waste Regulations (as amended) - Summary. Adlib.everysite.co.uk. [online] [Accessed 21 Nov. 2019].
  2. ↑ [http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1996/972/contents/made The Special Waste Regulations 1996. UK Statutory Instruments. legislation.gov.uk.
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