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  • Waste Management Licensing public register

    Topics:
    • Resource & Waste Policy, 
    • Regulation & Guidance

    It is an offence to carry out activities including keeping, recycling, crushing, baling, composting or dismantling waste materials without an appropriate permit, waste management license or registered exemption.

    Whether you need a permit, waste management licence or an exemption will depend on the types and quantity of wastes which you are handling and the activity being carried out on the site.

    Waste Management Licensing public register

    Additional information

    If you require further information please contact:

    • Waste management team

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