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Consultation on improved enforcement of the Protected Food Name Scheme
This consultation seeks your views on proposals by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, to introduce regulations which will provide proportionate and effective enforcement for the Protected Food Names scheme in the form of civil sanctions. The proposed regulations will also introduce improved reporting of Protected Food Name inspection results by control bodies and a right of appeal in respect of decisions regarding the registration of a Protected Food Name. Who is... MoreOpened 5 October 2018 -
Consultation on WEEE Compliance Fee Methodology 2018
The UK Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Regulations 2013 establish a system in which producers of equipment are required to finance the cost of collection, treatment, recovery and recycling of WEEE arising from private households. The WEEE Regulations establish a system of annual collection targets that are imposed on producer compliance schemes (PCSs). The Secretary of State has discretionary powers to approve a compliance fee methodology as an alternative form of compliance... MoreOpened 15 October 2018 -
Open access restriction at Coacher Cleugh (case number 2017128571)
The Forestry Commission is seeking views on proposals that will restrict public access to open access land at this site. The Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 (CROW Act) gives a public right of access to land mapped as ‘open country’ (mountain, moor, heath and down) or registered common land. These areas are known as ‘open access land’. Much of the ‘coastal margin’ of the England Coast Path is also open access land under the same Act. Landowners have the right to apply... MoreOpened 15 October 2018 -
Consultation on amending domestic food legislation
1. Introduction Defra wishes to consult on certain amendments to food legislation, which are required to ensure that a range of provisions can continue to operate after the UK has left the EU. The amendments would apply to certain England-only regulations (although Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have their own similar provisions in place). Where there are options on what amendments should be made, they are described in this consultation. You may wish to respond to... MoreOpened 16 October 2018 -
Landscapes Review: Call for Evidence
The Government has asked for an independent review of England's National Parks and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs). You can find more about the work of the review and our Terms of Reference . Already the review team, led by Julian Glover and a panel with a range of experiences and interests, has carried out visits and meetings in many parts of England. We will do more in the months ahead - but we want everyone to have a chance to contribute, whether you live in a... MoreOpened 20 October 2018 -
Consultation on proposals to ban the distribution and/or sale of plastic straws, plastic - stemmed cotton buds and plastic drink stirrers in England.
The purpose of this consultation is to gather views from stakeholders on the proposals to ban the distribution and/or sale of plastic straws, plastic - stemmed cotton buds and plastic drink stirrers in England. The proposed ban aims to further protect the environment from plastic pollution. MoreOpened 22 October 2018 -
Open access restriction at West Dart River Valley (case number 2005050806)
Dartmoor National Park Authority is seeking views on proposals that will restrict public access to open access land at this site. The Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 (CROW Act) gives a public right of access to land mapped as ‘open country’ (mountain, moor, heath and down) or registered common land. These areas are known as ‘open access land’. Much of the ‘coastal margin’ of the England Coast Path is also open access land under the same Act. Landowners have the right to... MoreOpened 26 October 2018 -
Revisions to marine licensing exemptions
The purpose of this consultation is to seek views on proposed changes to marine licensing exemptions in the marine areas where the Secretary of State is the appropriate licensing authority, as administered by the Marine Management Organisation (MMO). If you would like to keep in contact with us to express interest in this, or any other Defra consultation, please give us your details through the link below ... MoreOpened 2 November 2018 -
Consultation on proposed amendments to regulations on the use of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment.
Seeking views on updating the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances (RoHS) in electrical and electronic equipment regulations to bring the amended EU directive 2017/2102 into UK law. If you would like to keep in contact with us to express interest in this, or any other Defra consultation, please give us your details through the link below https://gov.smartwebportal.co.uk/defra/public/webform.asp?id=108&id2=1D06F7 MoreOpened 6 November 2018 -
Food labelling: amending laws
Introduction On 23 June 2016, the EU referendum took place and the people of the United Kingdom voted to leave the European Union. Government intervention in food information to consumers is necessary to correct retained EU law that will be incorporated into domestic law by the Withdrawal Act. Amendments are being made so that the law that applies in the UK in relation to food information provided to consumers functions on day one of exiting the European Union. The Department for... MoreOpened 6 November 2018 -
Consultation on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (Amendment) Regulations - Regulatory Triage Assessment
The 2013 Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Regulations (‘the 2013 WEEE Regulations’) implement the requirements of the WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU). In particular, they ensure that producers of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EEE) finance the cost of collection, treatment, recycling and recovering of that equipment when it becomes WEEE. The 2013 WEEE Regulations were amended in March by the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (Amendment)... MoreOpened 9 November 2018 -
Consultation on the draft National Policy Statement for Water Resources Infrastructure
The government has identified an immediate need to increase resilience in the water sector to address pressure on water supplies. This pressure is increasing due to population growth, the impacts of climate change and the need to maintain sufficient water in our watercourses, lakes and wetlands to protect the environment. The goal set out in: ‘A Green Future’, the government’s 25 year plan to improve the environment, is clean and plentiful water. The government’s vision is a... MoreOpened 29 November 2018 -
Net gain
We are seeking views on how we can improve the planning system in England to protect the environment (biodiversity net gain) and build places to live and work. If you would like to keep in contact with us to express interest in this, or any other Defra consultation, please give us your details through the link below https://gov.smartwebportal.co.uk/defra/public/webform.asp?id=108&id2=1D06F7 MoreOpened 2 December 2018 -
Open access restriction at Hemyock Common (case number 2013036672)
Natural England is seeking views on proposals that will restrict public access to open access land at this site. The Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 (CROW Act) gives a public right of access to land mapped as ‘open country’ (mountain, moor, heath and down) or registered common land. These areas are known as ‘open access land’. Much of the ‘coastal margin’ of the England Coast Path is also open access land under the same Act. Landowners have the right to apply to the... MoreOpened 14 December 2018 -
Consultation on the proposal to extend the Single-use Plastic bag charge to all retailers and to increase the minimum charge to 10p
The purpose of this consultation is to find out what you think about our plans to extend the Single-use Carrier Bag Charge to all retailers. We also want to know what you think about increasing the minimum charge to 10p. These changes will build on the success of the existing Single Use Carrier Bags charge in reducing the effect of plastic bags in the environment. MoreOpened 27 December 2018 -
Consultation on Protecting and Enhancing England’s Trees and Woodlands
This consultation seeks views on the UK government’s proposals to introduce four new measures designed to increase transparency and accountability in the process of felling street trees and to strengthen the Forestry Commission’s power to tackle illegal tree felling. Two of the measures introduce new duties on local authorities: a duty to consult on the felling of street trees; a duty to report on tree felling and replanting; while the third suggests the production of... MoreOpened 30 December 2018 -
Oridge Street Meadows SSSI
Oridge Street Meadows is located west of the River Severn in Gloucestershire. It is notified on 10 January 2019 as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) as the best example of species-rich lowland meadow grassland in this area. It covers an area of 2.62 ha. You can submit your views via an online survey, by email or post. Before you submit your views, we recommend you read more about the notification. The notification documents can be found in the related documents section. MoreOpened 10 January 2019 -
Improving our management of water in the environment
We have seen a significant improvement in the water environment and in resilience to flood and drought in recent years. In 2018, 97.9% of bathing waters passed minimum quality standards with 92.4% of these achieving the highest standards of Good or Excellent status. The number of serious pollution incidents caused by the water industry reduced from over 500 per year in the early 1990s to 57 in 2016, and leakage levels are down by around a third since 1994. Water industry investment since ... MoreOpened 15 January 2019 -
Open access restriction at Storys Gair (case number 2018118769)
The Forestry Commission is seeking views on proposals that will restrict public access to open access land at this site. The Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 (CROW Act) gives a public right of access to land mapped as ‘open country’ (mountain, moor, heath and down) or registered common land. These areas are known as ‘open access land’. Much of the ‘coastal margin’ of the England Coast Path is also open access land under the same Act. Landowners have the right to apply... MoreOpened 16 January 2019 -
Proposal to remove Allonby South from the list of designated bathing waters
The Bathing Water Regulations protect bathers' health at popular beaches and inland waters by requiring water quality to be monitored for intestinal enterococci and E.coli during the bathing season, which in England runs from 15 May to 30 September. The Regulations apply to waters that are used by a large number of bathers and where bathing is supported and promoted by the local authority or private owner. There are currently 410 beaches and 12 lakeside sites in England that are designated as... MoreOpened 17 January 2019 -
South East Marine Plan Iteration 3 Engagement
The South East Marine Plan policies have been developed with supporting text covering the What, Where, When, Why, Who and How to implement. These policies are also supported by a signposting section which sets out relevant legislation, policy, cross border planning requirements and other relevant evidence and best practice. The policies, supporting text and signposting sections aim to address the issues identified throughout the marine planning process in the south east marine plan area. MoreOpened 21 January 2019 -
Open access restriction at Boulsworth Hill (case number 2009020073)
Natural England is seeking views on proposals that will restrict public access to open access land at this site. The Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 (CROW Act) gives a public right of access to land mapped as ‘open country’ (mountain, moor, heath and down) or registered common land. These areas are known as ‘open access land’. Much of the ‘coastal margin’ of the England Coast Path is also open access land under the same Act. Landowners have the right to apply to the... MoreOpened 21 January 2019 -
Open access restriction at Boulsworth Hill 1 (case number 2009020075)
Natural England is seeking views on proposals that will restrict public access to open access land at this site. The Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 (CROW Act) gives a public right of access to land mapped as ‘open country’ (mountain, moor, heath and down) or registered common land. These areas are known as ‘open access land’. Much of the ‘coastal margin’ of the England Coast Path is also open access land under the same Act. Landowners have the right to apply to the... MoreOpened 21 January 2019 -
North West Marine Plan Iteration 3 Engagement
The North West Marine Plan policies have been developed with supporting text covering the What, Where, When, Why, Who and How to implement. These policies are also supported by a signposting section which sets out relevant legislation, policy, cross border planning requirements and other relevant evidence and best practice. The policies, supporting text and signposting sections aim to address the issues identified throughout the marine planning process in the north east marine plan areas. ... MoreOpened 21 January 2019 -
South West Marine Plan Iteration 3 Engagement
The South West Marine Plan policies have been developed with supporting text covering the What, Where, When, Why, Who and How to implement. These policies are also supported by a signposting section which sets out relevant legislation, policy, cross border planning requirements and other relevant evidence and best practice. The policies, supporting text and signposting sections aim to address the issues identified throughout the marine planning process in the south west marine plan areas. ... MoreOpened 21 January 2019 -
Open access restriction at Longridge Fell (case number 2009020077)
Natural England is seeking views on proposals that will restrict public access to open access land at this site. The Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 (CROW Act) gives a public right of access to land mapped as ‘open country’ (mountain, moor, heath and down) or registered common land. These areas are known as ‘open access land’. Much of the ‘coastal margin’ of the England Coast Path is also open access land under the same Act. Landowners have the right to apply to the... MoreOpened 21 January 2019 -
North East Marine Plan Iteration 3 Engagement
The North East Marine Plan policies have been developed with supporting text covering the What, Where, When, Why, Who and How to implement. These policies are also supported by a signposting section which sets out relevant legislation, policy, cross border planning requirements and other relevant evidence and best practice. The policies, supporting text and signposting sections aim to address the issues identified throughout the marine planning process in the north east marine plan areas. ... MoreOpened 21 January 2019 -
Open access restriction at Halstead, Catlow, Lambhill, Croasdale, Whitendale, Brennand, Sykes, Hareden, Saddle End Farms (case number 2009020076)
Natural England is seeking views on proposals that will restrict public access to open access land at this site. The Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 (CROW Act) gives a public right of access to land mapped as ‘open country’ (mountain, moor, heath and down) or registered common land. These areas are known as ‘open access land’. Much of the ‘coastal margin’ of the England Coast Path is also open access land under the same Act. Landowners have the right to apply to the relevant... MoreOpened 21 January 2019 -
Consultation on amending allergen information provisions contained within domestic food information legislation for food prepacked for direct sale / Crynodeb o'r ymgynghoriad ar ddiwygio darpariaethau gwybodaeth am alergenau mewn deddfwriaeth gwybodaeth am fwyd ddomestig ar gyfer bwyd wedi'i becynnu ymlaen llaw i'w werthu'n uniongyrchol
We are launching this consultation on proposed amendments to the domestic Food Information Regulations 2014 (FIR) (England) and parallel FIR regulations in Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales relating to allergen information for foods that are prepacked for direct sale (PPDS) to the consumer on the same premises from which they are sold. Defra, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, Food Standards Scotland (FSS), and the Department for Health... MoreOpened 25 January 2019 -
Open access restriction at Sunderland yacht club (case number 2013076869)
Natural England is seeking views on proposals that will restrict public access to open access land at this site. The Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 (CROW Act) gives a public right of access to land mapped as ‘open country’ (mountain, moor, heath and down) or registered common land. These areas are known as ‘open access land’. Much of the ‘coastal margin’ of the England Coast Path is also open access land under the same Act. Landowners have the right to apply to the... MoreOpened 28 January 2019
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