The Controlled Waste (England and Wales) Regulations 2012 classify waste as household, industrial, or commercial waste under Part 2 of the Environmental Protection Act 1990. They define what constitutes “controlled waste” for regulatory purposes, prescribe which types of household waste may be subject to collection charges, and clarify responsibilities for disposal. The Regulations ensure consistent management of waste streams, provide clarity on cost recovery for local authorities, and support environmental protection objectives.
The Regulations establish a framework for classifying waste according to its source, nature, or the activity producing it. This classification determines collection duties, cost recovery rights, and disposal responsibilities under the Environmental Protection Act 1990. The Regulations also specify exemptions, revocations of older waste regulations, and how certain categories such as clinical waste, garden waste, and construction waste should be treated.
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