Many products are labelled “biodegradable” which can give a false sense of security when it comes to pollution issues. What advice has our mole at the Environment Agency (EA) got on the subject?
Published 03.11.2008
On 12 July 2016 the government posted online guidance which spells out how pollution incidents should be prevented. What’s covered?
Published 23.08.2016
A hotel company found itself in court following an Environment Agency investigation into the pollution of the River Wye. How did it happen and how can you avoid a similar experience?
Published 01.06.2007
As part of the government’s efficiency drive, the Environment Agency (EA) is reviewing the way it regulates business, including the possibility of a system of self-certification of compliance. What
can you expect from the review?
Published 20.09.2010
The Environment Agency is in the middle of a campaign targeting hazardous wastes. What are the inspectors looking for and how should you prepare?
Published 01.09.2006
The Environment Agency (EA) and the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) have reviewed how they implement the Control of Major Accident Hazards (COMAH) Regulations. What’s changed?
Published 19.08.2010
An inspector from the Environment Agency has contacted you stating that you’re not meeting the standards specified in your Discharge Consent. How do they know this and what should you do to rectify
the situation?
Published 01.06.2007
The Environment Agency (EA) has published its annual Sustainable Business Report, which identifies the number of environmental incidents, prosecutions and more. What can be learned from it?
Published 29.11.2012
If you have caused pollution you could be in for a heavy fine. However, as a recent case proves, even though you’ve breached environmental law, you can avoid being prosecuted. What should you do?
Published 28.05.2015
You’ve had a phone call from an Environment Agency inspector who says there’s been a complaint that your septic tank stinks. He wants to visit your site and check it out for himself. What’s he likely
to look for?
Published 01.09.2006