Waste authorities and regulators
Regulators
- Environment Agency
- Primary regulator on waste and other environmental matters in England. Also has search tool that helps you locate local waste facilities.
- Natural Resources Wales (NRW)
- Primary regulator on waste and other environmental matters in Wales.
- Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Northern Ireland (DAERA-NI) and Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA)
- Regulates on waste and other environmental matters in Northern Ireland.
- Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA)
- Primary regulator on waste and other environmental matters in Scotland.
Local authorities
- A to Z of local councils
- Search here for your local authority
- Local Government Association
- Welsh LGA
Other government bodies and websites
- Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA)
- One of its main objectives is to promote sustainable production and consumption in the UK through waste minimisation and management strategies and programmes. Hosts the new waste strategy.
- Health and Safety Executive
- Addresses health and safety concerns within the Waste Management and Recycling sector.
- Netregs
- Website providing free, clear guidance on environmental law for businesses in Northern Ireland and Scotland.
- Europa
- Hosts European Commission's waste policies and legislation.
