Tuesday, 21 July 2026

The Whys

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Why is the Environment Agency proposing to revise the standard rules permit for asbestos waste storage?

Source: Environment Agency·11 hours ago

Why is the Environment Agency proposing to revise the standard rules permit for asbestos waste storage?

The agency says the update is meant to improve how permitted asbestos waste storage facilities are designed and operated, and it is seeking public views on the proposed changes before finalising them.