Contaminated Land
There is provision (Part III) in the Waste and Contaminated Land (Northern Ireland) Order, 1997 for the establishment of a regime dealing with Contaminated Land. However, this part of the Order has not been commenced.
Type of Change
Following Ministerial Agreement in May 2025, ERPD Waste Legislation officials have initiated a tender process aimed at commissioning a report to inform a decision by the Minister on the cost and resource implications of the the establishment of a regime dealing with Contaminated Land.
Affected Stakeholders
As yet, no stakeholders affected, as the relevant part of WCLO 1997 remains uncommenced.
Changes
If commenced, District Councils will be required to develop an inspection strategy, inspect their areas and remediate any sites they find to be contaminated to the level of posing a significant risk of significant harm to health and the environment.
Status
Ongoing.
Expected Timeline
This project may be completed in 2026.