Environmental Protection Act 1990: Primary UK legislation that establishes the fundamental structure and authority for waste management and control of emissions.
Environment Act 2021: Latest primary environmental legislation setting targets for air quality, biodiversity, water, and waste management post-Brexit.
Climate Change Act 2008: Sets UK's emission reduction targets and establishes framework for adapting to climate change.
Environmental Assessment Regulations 2004: Implements the Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) Directive, requiring environmental assessment of certain plans and programs.
Town and Country Planning EIA Regulations 2017: Governs the Environmental Impact Assessment process for planning permissions and developments.
Clean Air Act 1993: Controls emissions of dark smoke, requires use of tall chimneys, and regulates fuel content and composition.
Water Resources Act 1991: Regulates water resources, water quality and pollution, and flood defense.
Waste Regulations 2011: Implements the Waste Framework Directive in England and Wales, setting requirements for waste collection, disposal, and recycling.
Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981: Principal legislation for protection of wildlife and countryside in England and Wales.
Energy Act 2013: Establishes framework for nuclear regulation, energy efficiency, and renewable energy development.
Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004: Sets out framework for the planning system, including environmental considerations in development.
Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017: Provides for the designation and protection of European sites, protection of European species.
Natural Environment and Rural Communities Act 2006: Establishes Natural England and places duty on public bodies to conserve biodiversity.
Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme Regulations 2014: Requires large organizations to carry out energy savings assessments and identify energy efficiency measures.
Hazardous Waste Regulations 2005: Controls the generation, transportation, and disposal of hazardous waste.
