Packaging EPRAI-generated illustration: The strapped edge of a compressed bale of mixed cardboard and plastic film packaging
Updated: EPR for packaging: what you must do as a ‘small producer’

Updated information about registration fees and added information about registration deadlines.

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Defra

  • 22 Oct 2026
Permits & LicensingConsultation opens on Fornax permit draft decision
Consultation opens on Fornax permit draft decision

The Environment Agency has opened a consultation into its draft decision to grant an environmental permit to Fornax (North East) Ltd.

Consultation opens on Fornax permit draft decision

Environment Agency

  • 21 Oct 2026
Permits & LicensingAI-generated illustration: A gloved hand holding a clipboard with blank permit paperwork, shallow depth of field
Waste exemptions: new rules from January 2027

Details of changes to waste exemption rules from January 2027, subject to approval in Parliament.

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Environment Agency

  • 21 Oct 2026
Digital Waste TrackingAI-generated illustration: A close-up of a hand holding a tablet displaying a blank digital form, with a pen resting on a stack of blurred paper documents in the background
Digital waste tracking: check if you need to report the waste you receive

When permitted or licensed organisations must report controlled waste using the ‘Report receipt of waste’ service.

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Defra

  • 19 Oct 2026
WEEE & BatteriesAI-generated illustration: A close-up of various spent batteries (AAA, AA, C, D, 9V, button cells) neatly sorted into small, clear plastic compartments, with a blurred legal document and pen in the background
EU Batteries Regulations in Northern Ireland

Guidance for businesses

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Defra

  • 17 Oct 2026
NewsEnvironment Agency issues permit variation for Powerfuel Portland
Environment Agency issues permit variation for Powerfuel Portland

The application has been carefully assessed and the Agency is satisfied there will be no significant impact on the environment or harm to human health

Environment Agency issues permit variation for Powerfuel Portland

Environment Agency

  • 12 Oct 2026