Although you may think that the biggest cost of a leaking fuel pipe would be in lost fuel, the clean up costs could be far more. What can you learn from a previous case in which 2,000 litres of oil
leaked into the ground?
Published 05.01.2009
If you use a septic tank for your business in England, you will need to ensure that it meets the latest regulatory requirements. What steps should you take to maintain legal compliance?
Published 19.12.2019
Threatening to set your guard dogs on an inspector from the Environment Agency who’s come to investigate a pollution incident, isn’t the brightest idea. In fact, it’s likely to land you in court.
What did a recent case prove?
Published 01.09.2008
You’ve heard about businesses being prosecuted for polluting water, but never really understood what classifies as “pollution”. What is it, and who can you expect to knock on the door if you’re
suspected of causing it?
Published 01.04.2007
The Environment Agency appear to deal with businesses that have committed similar offences differently, e.g. some are prosecuted whilst others aren’t. Why is this, and how can you ensure you’re not
the apparently unlucky one?
Published 01.02.2007
Soil within a 1.2km radius of Grenfell Tower has been found to contain high levels of toxic chemicals. What is the problem and what options are available to businesses and others who find their
grounds are similarly affected?
Published 28.05.2019
Weetabix has been fined £140,000 after diesel escaped and polluted the local river. This resulted in clean-up costs of £500,000. What should the company have done to prevent this?
Published 27.01.2020
Having your site visited by an inspector from the Environment Agency can be daunting. However, if you know what they’re trying to achieve and how to keep them happy, it can be more relaxed. What’s to
know?
Published 30.09.2013
The House of Commons Environmental Audit Committee is investigating the scale of nitrate pollution and the likely sources. This could change the way it is regulated in the future. What do you need to
know?
Published 19.01.2018