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Recycling materials has the potential to bring significant economic and environmental benefits to Scotland. The Waste (Scotland) Regulations 2012 require that all waste producers (excluding householders) take reasonable steps to present key dry recyclables such as glass, metals, plastics, paper and card (including cardboard) for separate collection. The regulations also require some food businesse

Some of the reporting carried out by the Dataflows Unit is given below.  Publication Latest reporting year Publication frequency Driver Next publication due Waste from all sources - data and quality report 2022 Annual 1 July 2025 Household Waste Discover Data tool 2022 Annual 1 29th October 2024, 9:30am Household waste data - commentary and data tables   20

Legislation context The Waste (Scotland) Regulations 2012 set out a number of provisions which help Scotland move toward the objectives and targets set out in the Scotland’s Zero Waste Plan and help transition toward a circular economy. These provisions include a ban on biodegradable municipal waste going to landfill from the 31 December 2025 which is implemented by amending the Landfill (Scotland

Changes to the way we regulate The way we regulate the application of waste to land for soil improvement, including the application of treated sewage sludge, is changing. Currently these activities are regulated under two pieces of legislation: The Sludge (Use in Agriculture) Regulation 1989 Paragraph 7, 8(1) or 8(2) exemption to The Waste Management Licencing (Scotland) Regulations 2011 From 1

If you transport waste or arrange to have it transported as part of your business, you must register with us, even if you only deal with it once in a while. If you don’t, you could face a fine of up to £5,000. If you transport the waste yourself you must register as a waste carrier. If you arrange to have it carried you must register as a waste broker. If you'll be transporting waste between Scotl

The WEEE regulations aim to reduce the environmental impacts caused by end-of life electronic and electrical items. Waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) is one of the fastest growing waste streams in the UK and is increasing at a rate three times that of average municipal waste growth, with much of it destined for landfill. A well-managed approach towards the disposal of WEEE is vital,

This activity applies to the use of waste on land for the purpose of soil improvement (single location). Authorisation level Registration Fit and Proper Person tests Fit and Proper Person tests apply to this activity. You will be asked in your application if you have any relevant convictions held by you or any additional persons. Read more about Fit and Proper Person tests in our guidance on who c

This activity applies to the use of waste on land for the purpose of soil improvement at multiple farms or sites. Authorisation level Permit Public consultation We may publicly consult on applications that, due to their nature or location, have higher likelihood of environmental impact and community impact. Read more about public participation and engagement Fit and Proper Person tests Fit and Pro

Guidance and forms for operators of material recycling facilities who need to submit their waste data returns Quarter  Reporting period  Date for submission to SEPA 1 1 January - 31 March 30 April 2 1 April - 30 June 31 July 3 1 July - 30 September 31 October 4 1 October - 31 December 31 January Material facilities (MF) are required to comply with the Materials Recovery Code. The code sets out sampling and reporting requirements for in scope materials facilities. Material facilities are like

We are actively seeking new partners and interested stakeholders to get involved with the LIFE SMART Waste project and help us to achieve smarter regulation of waste in Europe. We would particularly welcome the support of enforcement agencies, industry representatives, policymakers, legislators and those offering expertise in waste management or waste crime to expand the pool of stakeholders parti