Annex 1
CONTROL OF ASBESTOS AT WORK REGULATIONS 2002
The Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations
2002 outlines requirements to manage asbestos in non-domestic
premises. These controls may lead to increased amounts of asbestos
being regarded as waste and as a result these wastes will have
to be managed and disposed of appropriately. Asbestos collection
and disposal can be expensive, ranging from approximately £100-200
per tonne, depending on the geographical area.
HAZARDOUS WASTE
DIRECTIVE
Government is expected to issue proposals to
amend the Special Waste Regulations to bring regulatory controls
into line with the requirements of the Hazardous Waste Directive.
Tightening of controls on hazardous waste landfills is expected
to reduce the capacity and increase costs of disposal.
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LIFE VEHICLES
(ELV) DIRECTIVE
This Directive sets targets for the re-use,
recycling and recovery of vehicles and their component parts.
Until 2007 the last owners of the vehicle will have the responsibility
of disposing of the vehicle. After this date, it will be the responsibility
of the producer. However, until 2007, there is a fear that there
will be a rise in the number of abandoned vehicles.
INCREASES IN
LANDFILL TAX
The landfill tax rate currently stands at £14
per tonne, but is due to increase to £15 in April 2004. From
2005-06, the tax rate will be increased by £3 per tonne,
and then by at least £3 per year thereafter to a medium to
long term rate of £35 per tonne.
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