Basics of Sustainability. Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA)

Size: px
Start display at page:

Download "Basics of Sustainability. Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA)"

Transcription

1 Basics of Sustainability 8 Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) 1

2 Contents Page Aims... 2 Introduction... 3 The Objectives of EIAs... 3 Developments that Require an EIA... 4 Key Stages of an EIA... 6 Bibliography and Further Reading... 9 Aims On completing this module, candidates should be able to: Have a better understanding of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) as a systematic process. Understand the key objectives for EIAs. Understand the functions and requirements of EIAs. Have greater awareness of the legal framework of EIAs. Develop an understanding of the EIA process for UK planning decisions. 2

3 Introduction The UK Government defines Environmental Impact Assessments as a means of drawing together, in a systematic way, an assessment of a project s likely significant environmental effects. An EIA therefore is a process to examine the environmental consequences of a development or project, and to provide information to those responsible for making the planning decisions. The term 'environmental impact assessment' describes a procedure that must be followed for certain types of project before they can be given development consent. EIAs were first introduced in the USA under the Environmental Policy Act (1969). Since then it has both evolved itself and branched into a variety of offshoot assessments that evaluate a number of impacts, such as those on biodiversity, human health, and local communities. Most countries have introduced formal EIA regulations and associated regulatory bodies that specify when and for which developments an EIA is required, and procedures and processes that are to be followed. An EIA provides the local planning authority with better information about certain types of project, which enables them to make a more informed decision about whether planning permission should be granted to a development. In addition, it allows the planning authority to impose conditions and obligations on the developer to mitigate possible negative impacts. Preparing an EIA is vital, but can involve a considerable amount of work. It is therefore advisable for developers to enter into early consultation with the local planning authority to determine whether an EIA will be required, and if so, what it should contain and what methodology should be used to carry out the necessary assessments. The Objectives of EIAs An EIA enables environmental factors to be given due weight, along with economic or social factors, when planning applications are being considered. In doing so, it promotes a sustainable pattern of physical development and land and property use in cities, towns and the countryside. If properly carried out, it benefits all those involved in the planning process. The overall objectives of an EIA are to: Incorporate environmental information into the planning decision-making process; Identify the beneficial and negative environmental impacts of a proposed project; Suggest mitigation measure to reduce or prevent adverse impacts; and improve the overall design of the project from an environmental perspective; Identify and describe the residual impacts which cannot be mitigated; Identify appropriate monitoring strategies to track impacts and provide an early warning system ; Facilitate informed decision-making, including setting the environmental terms and conditions for implementing the proposal, and aid the selection of alternatives. The aim of these objectives is to assess whether a project meets the criteria of wider environmental legislation in order to: 3

4 Achieve sustainable development; Avoid irreversible changes and serious damage to the environment; Safeguard valuable resources, natural areas and ecosystem components; Enhance the social aspects of proposals; Protect human health and safety. Developments that require an EIA Many developments ranging from domestic buildings, commercial or industrial buildings or mixed schemes require planning permission before they can proceed. Planning permission decisions must take into account many, often conflicting, requirements which can be characterised as social, economic or a combination of any or all. EIAs are a tool developed to help planners make appropriate decisions when sensitive environmental issues are involved. There are two reasons why an EIA might be carried out by a business seeking planning permission for a new development or project: Legal requirements that determine when an EIA is mandatory and when one might be required in certain circumstances; Environmental Management System (EMS) requirement to assess environmental aspects and impacts. The first step of an EIA is to determine whether or not a project requires an EIA by law. The main legislation is the Town and Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) (England and Wales) Regulations The Regulations contain five schedules: Schedule 1 describes projects for which an EIA is mandatory. Schedule 2 describes those for which an EIA is necessary only where there is likely to be a significant environmental impact. Schedule 3 contains selection (or screening) criteria to which a decision maker must have regard when deciding on whether an EIA is necessary. Schedule 4 identifies information for inclusion in Environmental Statements. Schedule 5 identifies the previous statutory instruments revoked. Schedule 1 project examples include: Trunk roads and motorways Airports Railway lines 4

5 Power stations, power lines, long distance oil & gas lines Land drainage improvements Ports and harbours Marine fish farming Oil refineries Large dams and reservoirs Large scale installations for incinerating waste Schedule 2 projects are judged on their significance which includes the following criteria: Major developments which are of more than local importance Developments which are proposed for particularly environmentally sensitive or vulnerable locations Developments with unusually complex and/or potentially hazardous environmental effects e.g. paper mills, industrial parks, golf courses etc. The Town & Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations 2011 now replace Town & Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) (England and Wales) Regulations 2009, but only for England. Since the 1999 Regulations came into force they have been amended on several occasions to take account of case law and amendments to the EIA directive. If an applicant is uncertain about whether an EIA is required, they can ask the local planning authority for a decision called a screening opinion. They can also ask the local planning authority for advice about the required contents of an EIA; this is called a scoping opinion. If the applicant disagrees with these opinions, they can appeal to the Secretary of State who will then make a decision. 5

6 Key Stages of an EIA Once the need for an EIA has been determined, the process includes the following: Fig. 1: Key stages of an EIA Screening Screening is carried out in order to determine whether or not a development project proposal will require an EIA. EU Directive 85/337/EEC lists a number of selection criteria that should be taken into consideration when screening a development project proposal for an EIA. These include development characteristics, characteristics of location, and characteristics of potential effects. Scoping Key issues that the EIA will address are identified during the scoping stage. Such issues that are identified in the majority of EIAs include: landscape and visual; ecology; land-use; traffic and transport; air quality; noise; water; ground conditions; archaeology; cultural heritage. A good scoping process will involve consultation with relevant stakeholders and interested parties to provide them with information on the proposal and what the key issues are, and to find out what their key concerns are. In addition, the scoping process will include an analysis of the issues identified during consultation to determine which are likely to be significant and therefore must be included within the scope of the EIA, and negotiation with the decision-makers and other interested parties to refine the scope of the EIA. 6

7 Impact Analysis In order to identify and analyse the likely impacts of a development project proposal, the baseline environmental conditions must be established. This can be done by either using already existing information or collecting new information. Impact analysis involves characterising the impact in terms of its likely nature, spatial and temporal distribution, duration, frequency, reversibility, and magnitude. A judgement must then be made as to whether the impact is likely to be significant or not. Mitigation An impact analysis will identify a number of significant environmental impacts relating to a project development. This stage of the EIA aims to put in place mitigation measures in order to avoid, reduce and if possible reverse them. Environmental Statement (ES) The environmental statement is the vehicle used to communicate the results of the EIA to the decision-maker and other stakeholders in the development process. The developer provides the local authority planning office with an ES which details the main environmental impacts of a project and any mitigating measures which are proposed to reduce the significance of those impacts. By law the ES must contain at least: A description of the project comprising information on the site, design and size of the project. A description of the measures envisaged in order to avoid, reduce and, if possible, remedy significant adverse impacts. The data required to identify and assess the main effects which the project is likely to have on the environment. An outline of the main alternatives studied by the developer and an indication of the main reasons for this choice, taking into account the environmental effects. A non-technical summary of the information mentioned in previous bullet points. From the developer's view, the preparation of an ES in parallel with project design provides a useful framework within which environmental considerations and design development can interact. Often, an organisation s own EMS will influence a project s environmental impacts. With an ES, it is now possible for the project to be modified to avoid possible adverse effects. Taking these steps is likely to make the formal planning approval stages run more smoothly. The general public's interest in a major project is often expressed as concern about the possibility of unknown or unforeseen effects. By providing a full analysis of a project's effects, an ES can help to allay fears created by lack of information. At the same time, early engagement with the public when plans are still adaptable can enable developers to make adjustments which will help to secure a smoother passage for the proposed development and result in a better environmental outcome. 7

8 Decision Making This is the stage in the process where the project development is either granted development consent or not. It is necessary at this stage for the ES to be made available to a number of statutory consultees. Statutory consultees with an interest in the ES include: The principal local authority or planning authority for the area Environment Agency Natural England Scottish Natural Heritage Countryside Council for Wales Council for Nature Conservation and the Countryside (Northern Ireland) Other third parties who may have an interest are extremely wide-ranging and dependent on, among other factors, the type, impact and size of the project. These include, but are not limited to: Health and Safety Executive (HSE) Coal Authority Department for Communities and Local Government (CLG) Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) Department of Transport (DfT) English Heritage Once the consultation process is complete, opinions and concerns will be recorded and incorporated into the EIA. The ES must then be considered by the competent authority in deciding whether to give consent for the development, and the public will be informed of the decision to approve development consent or not. The authority is required to determine a planning application which is the subject of an EIA within 16 weeks from the date of receipt of the ES, unless the developer agrees to a longer period. As with any other planning application, the planning authority may refuse permission or grant it with or without conditions. If the project is granted consent, monitoring and measuring of environmental impacts of the project will commence. This must be carried out by the developer and any conditions of consent must be adhered to. Assessments can be carried out by relevant bodies such as the local authority and Environment Agency at any point during the project to ensure compliance with the planning permissions and all relevant legislation to the project. 8

9 Bibliography and Further Reading Carroll, B., Turpin, T., Pearson, N. (2002) Environmental Impact Assessment: A practical Guide for Planners p. 21 London: Thomas Telford Ltd Department for Communities and Local Government (2006). Environmental Impact Assessment: Guide to Procedures European Commission (2001), Guidance on EIA Screening The Town and Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) (England and Wales) Regulations 1999 [internet], available from: (Accessed 6 June 2012) 9

Environmental Impact Assessment of Forestry Projects

Environmental Impact Assessment of Forestry Projects Environmental Impact Assessment of Forestry Projects Flow chart of EIA process Developer submits grant application FC screens when sufficient info received, normally at "Proposal Submit stage Developer

More information

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENTS

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENTS GOVERNMENT OF BERMUDA Department of Planning ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENTS AND Section 1: Introduction... 2 Section 2: What are Environmental Impact Assessments and Environmental Impact Statements and

More information

Planning Act 2008: Guidance on Changes to Development Consent Orders. December 2015 Department for Communities and Local Government

Planning Act 2008: Guidance on Changes to Development Consent Orders. December 2015 Department for Communities and Local Government Planning Act 2008: Guidance on Changes to Development Consent Orders December 2015 Department for Communities and Local Government Crown copyright, 2015 Copyright in the typographical arrangement rests

More information

Planning application process improvements

Planning application process improvements Planning application process improvements Government response to consultation January 2015 Department for Communities and Local Government Crown copyright, 2015 Copyright in the typographical arrangement

More information

2011 No. 1824 TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING. The Town and Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations 2011

2011 No. 1824 TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING. The Town and Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations 2011 STATUTORY INSTRUMENTS 2011 No. 1824 TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING The Town and Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations 2011 Made - - - - 19th July 2011 Laid before Parliament 26th July

More information

Environmental impact assessment: guide to procedures

Environmental impact assessment: guide to procedures Environmental impact assessment: guide to procedures On 5th May 2006 the responsibilities of the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister (ODPM) transferred to the Department for Communities and Local Government.

More information

Environmental impact assessment (EIA)

Environmental impact assessment (EIA) October 2005 Environmental impact assessment (EIA) a campaigner's guide What is this guide for? Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is a key aspect of many large scale planning applications. It is a

More information

Explanatory Memorandum to the Conservation of Habitats and Species (Amendment) Regulations 2012

Explanatory Memorandum to the Conservation of Habitats and Species (Amendment) Regulations 2012 Explanatory Memorandum to the Conservation of Habitats and Species (Amendment) Regulations 2012 This Explanatory Memorandum has been prepared by the Environment and Sustainable Development Department and

More information

How To Write A New Bill On Flood Management In Scotland

How To Write A New Bill On Flood Management In Scotland Scottish Environment LINK is the forum for Scotland's voluntary environment organisations representing a broad spectrum of environmental interests with the common goal of contributing to a more environmentally

More information

Development proposals will require to demonstrate, according to scale, type and location, that they:-

Development proposals will require to demonstrate, according to scale, type and location, that they:- Appendix 2 : Relevant Development Plan Policies Angus Local Plan Review 2009 Policy S1 : Development Boundaries (a) Within development boundaries proposals for new development on sites not allocated on

More information

Environmental damage: extending the Environmental Liability Directive into marine waters

Environmental damage: extending the Environmental Liability Directive into marine waters www.gov.uk/defra Environmental damage: extending the Environmental Liability Directive into marine waters Consultation on amending the Environmental Damage (Prevention and Remediation) Regulations 2009

More information

National and Major Developments

National and Major Developments National and Major Developments An Agency Joint Statement on Pre-application Engagement A Joint Statement by Architecture and Design Scotland, Forestry Commission Scotland, Historic Scotland, Scottish

More information

UK climate change risk assessment Evidence Report 2016

UK climate change risk assessment Evidence Report 2016 UK climate change risk assessment Evidence Report 2016 Frequently asked questions What is the CCRA? The UK Climate Change Risk Assessment (CCRA) is a five yearly assessment of the current and future risks

More information

A Practical Guide to the Strategic Environmental Assessment Directive

A Practical Guide to the Strategic Environmental Assessment Directive A Practical Guide to the Strategic Environmental Assessment Directive A Practical Guide to the Strategic Environmental Assessment Directive Practical guidance on applying European Directive 2001/42/EC

More information

Environmental damage: Extending the Environmental Liability Directive into marine waters

Environmental damage: Extending the Environmental Liability Directive into marine waters Environmental damage: Extending the Environmental Liability Directive into marine waters Consultation on amending the Environmental Liability (Prevention and Remediation) Regulations (Northern Ireland)

More information

Welsh Government. Practice Guide. Realising the potential of pre-application discussions

Welsh Government. Practice Guide. Realising the potential of pre-application discussions Welsh Government Practice Guide Realising the potential of pre-application discussions May 2012 Digital ISBN 978 0 7504 7623 2 Crown Copyright 2012 WG 15424 (2) Table of contents 1 Introduction...3 Background...3

More information

Practice Guidance Note 6 Environmental Impact Assessment - Screening & Scoping Opinions

Practice Guidance Note 6 Environmental Impact Assessment - Screening & Scoping Opinions Practice Guidance Note 6 Environmental Impact Assessment - Screening & Scoping Opinions The POS works with a group of local authorities to address issues in development management where there is a lack

More information

The Public Participation Process in Cyprus

The Public Participation Process in Cyprus The Public Participation Process in Cyprus Priority Actions Programme Regional Activity Centre Split, February 2007 Table of Contents 1. Introduction... 1 2. Benefits of Public Participation in Decision

More information

THE DECOMMISSIONING OF THE UK NUCLEAR INDUSTRY S FACILITIES

THE DECOMMISSIONING OF THE UK NUCLEAR INDUSTRY S FACILITIES THE DECOMMISSIONING OF THE UK NUCLEAR INDUSTRY S FACILITIES Introduction 1. This statement of the UK Government and devolved administrations policy on the decommissioning of nuclear facilities updates

More information

Foreword. Robert Ward Chair of PS Net

Foreword. Robert Ward Chair of PS Net Rapid environmental impact assessment Research report A report from APSE, commissioned by PSNet Foreword This new report from the Association of Public Service Excellence (APSE) provides a valuable, practical

More information

The Strategic Environmental Assessment Directive: Guidance for Planning Authorities

The Strategic Environmental Assessment Directive: Guidance for Planning Authorities The Strategic Environmental Assessment Directive: Guidance for Planning Authorities Practical guidance on applying European Directive 2001/42/EC on the assessment of the effects of certain plans and programmes

More information

Community and Renewable Energy Scheme Project Development Toolkit

Community and Renewable Energy Scheme Project Development Toolkit Community and Renewable Energy Scheme Project Development Toolkit Planning Module Contents How to use this toolkit... 2 The planning system... 2 Permitted development... 4 Planning and community groups...

More information

December 2004 Paper 2004/21

December 2004 Paper 2004/21 The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) and Sustainable Development Statutory Guidance to SEPA made under Section 31 of the Environment Act 1995 December 2004 Paper 2004/21 Crown copyright 2005

More information

Who are we? *Based on an average annual domestic household electricity consumption of 4,700KWh (DECC).

Who are we? *Based on an average annual domestic household electricity consumption of 4,700KWh (DECC). Who are we? We re one of the world s leading power and gas companies. Here in the UK, we supply energy to more than 5 million customers, generate enough electricity for around 8 million homes and employ

More information

PRE-APPLICATION ADVICE FOR LOCAL DEVELOPMENTS COMHAIRLE RO-IARRTAIS DO LEASACHAIDHEAN IONADAIL

PRE-APPLICATION ADVICE FOR LOCAL DEVELOPMENTS COMHAIRLE RO-IARRTAIS DO LEASACHAIDHEAN IONADAIL PRE-APPLICATION ADVICE FOR LOCAL DEVELOPMENTS COMHAIRLE RO-IARRTAIS DO LEASACHAIDHEAN IONADAIL Our Pre-Application Advice for Local Developments service relates to proposals which are generally of a small

More information

Cathkin Relief Road Planning Statement

Cathkin Relief Road Planning Statement Cathkin Relief Road Planning Statement The Proposal This statement sets out the background to the Cathkin Relief Road project currently being progressed by South Lanarkshire Council. The project will provide

More information

Experiences in the application of Espoo Convention Spain

Experiences in the application of Espoo Convention Spain Environmental Impact Assessment in Spain Experiences in the application of Espoo Convention Spain Aurora Hernando Garcinuño Subdirección General de Evaluación Ambiental Ministerio de Medio Ambiente y Medio

More information

Sustainability & Environmental Appraisal Tools Handbook. Section 4: Environmental Impact Assessment

Sustainability & Environmental Appraisal Tools Handbook. Section 4: Environmental Impact Assessment Sustainability & Environmental Appraisal Tools Handbook Section 4: Environmental Impact Assessment Contents How to use this Guidance 3 Introduction 4 What is Environmental Impact Assessment? 4 Why is Environmental

More information

Pre-application Advice for Major Developments: Guidance for Developers

Pre-application Advice for Major Developments: Guidance for Developers Pre-application Advice for Major Developments: Guidance for Developers Introduction The Scottish Government recognises the importance of the efficient handling of development proposals in their Scottish

More information

Sites of Importance for Nature Conservation (SINCs). Guidelines for their Identification, Selection and Designation

Sites of Importance for Nature Conservation (SINCs). Guidelines for their Identification, Selection and Designation Sites of Importance for Nature Conservation (SINCs). Guidelines for their Identification, Selection and Designation Isle of Wight Biodiversity Partnership August 2010 1. Introduction 1.1 This document

More information

Co-creation progress update and an invitation to respond. Overview of ideas from co-creation activities towards a Climate Ready UK...

Co-creation progress update and an invitation to respond. Overview of ideas from co-creation activities towards a Climate Ready UK... Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Climate Ready Co-creation progress update and an invitation to respond July 2012 Contents Overview of ideas from co-creation activities towards a Climate

More information

Biological Diversity and Tourism: Development of Guidelines for Sustainable Tourism in Vulnerable Ecosystems

Biological Diversity and Tourism: Development of Guidelines for Sustainable Tourism in Vulnerable Ecosystems Biological Diversity and Tourism: Development of Guidelines for Sustainable Tourism in Vulnerable Ecosystems Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity Foreword The rapid and often uncontrolled

More information

Wales Bill EXPLANATORY NOTES. Explanatory notes to the Bill, prepared by the Wales Office, are published separately as Bill 5 EN.

Wales Bill EXPLANATORY NOTES. Explanatory notes to the Bill, prepared by the Wales Office, are published separately as Bill 5 EN. EXPLANATORY NOTES Explanatory notes to the Bill, prepared by the Wales Office, are published separately as Bill EN. EUROPEAN CONVENTION ON HUMAN RIGHTS Secretary Alun Cairns has made the following statement

More information

Securing safe, clean drinking water for all

Securing safe, clean drinking water for all Securing safe, clean drinking water for all Enforcement policy Introduction The Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI) is the independent regulator of drinking water in England and Wales set up in 1990 by Parliament

More information

I refer to the application made by Aquamarine Power Ltd. ( the Company ), dated 17 th June 2011 for:

I refer to the application made by Aquamarine Power Ltd. ( the Company ), dated 17 th June 2011 for: Ms Megan Richardson Aquamarine Power Ltd. Elder House 24 Elder Street Edinburgh EH1 3DX 14 February 2012 Dear Ms. Richardson, CONSENT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF AN OFFSHORE DEMONSTRATOR WAVE

More information

The Crown Estate recognises that the good management of the marine environment is vital to coastal communities around the UK.

The Crown Estate recognises that the good management of the marine environment is vital to coastal communities around the UK. The Crown Estate recognises that the good management of the marine environment is vital to coastal communities around the UK. Much of the activity around the coast is driven locally and we play an important

More information

Local Air Quality Management

Local Air Quality Management www.defra.gov.uk Part IV of the Environment Act 1995 Local Air Quality Management Policy Guidance (PG09) February 2009 Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Nobel House 17 Smith Square London

More information

Statement of Community Involvement (SCI) March 2016

Statement of Community Involvement (SCI) March 2016 Statement of Community Involvement (SCI) Contents Section Page No. 1.0 What is a Statement of Community Involvement?... 1 2.0 Who can get involved in the planning process?... 3 3.0 Empowering disadvantaged

More information

2012 No. 637 TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING, ENGLAND. The Neighbourhood Planning (General) Regulations 2012

2012 No. 637 TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING, ENGLAND. The Neighbourhood Planning (General) Regulations 2012 STATUTORY INSTRUMENTS 2012 No. 637 TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING, ENGLAND The Neighbourhood Planning (General) Regulations 2012 Made - - - - 1st March 2012 Laid before Parliament 6th March 2012 Coming into

More information

Guidance on Non-Material Amendments and Minor Material Amendments

Guidance on Non-Material Amendments and Minor Material Amendments Minerals and Waste Forum Implementation Planning Advisory Group Guidance on Non-Material Amendments and Minor Material Amendments April 2012 1 Non-Material Amendments and Minor Material Amendments 1) Non-material

More information

Making the polluter pay Environmental Damage Regulations March 2009

Making the polluter pay Environmental Damage Regulations March 2009 Making the polluter pay Environmental Damage Regulations March 2009 Introduction... 1 When do the Regulations apply?... 2 Type of damage... 2 Cause of damage... 3 When did the incident or damage occur?...

More information

Kings Lynn B SoS Decision Letter. The Proposed Palm Paper CCGT 3 Order. Proposed Combined Cycle Gas Turbine by Palm Paper Ltd

Kings Lynn B SoS Decision Letter. The Proposed Palm Paper CCGT 3 Order. Proposed Combined Cycle Gas Turbine by Palm Paper Ltd Proposed Combined Cycle Gas Turbine by Palm Paper Ltd The Proposed Palm Paper CCGT 3 Order Palm Paper Mill, Saddlebow Industrial Estate, King s Lynn PINS Ref: EN010039 Document Ref: 12.11 Kings Lynn B

More information

1. Purpose and scope. 2. SEPA's role in hydropower and planning

1. Purpose and scope. 2. SEPA's role in hydropower and planning Page no: 1 of 10 1. Purpose and scope 1.1 The purpose of this note is to provide guidance on the approach that we will take when dealing with hydropower development management consultations. We welcome

More information

A14 April 2014. Cambridge to Huntingdon improvement scheme Preliminary environmental information report

A14 April 2014. Cambridge to Huntingdon improvement scheme Preliminary environmental information report Safe roads, reliable journeys, informed travellers Cambridge to Huntingdon improvement scheme Preliminary environmental information report A14 April 2014 An executive agency of the Department for Transport

More information

1999 No. 2083 CONSUMER PROTECTION. The Unfair Terms in Consumer Contracts Regulations 1999

1999 No. 2083 CONSUMER PROTECTION. The Unfair Terms in Consumer Contracts Regulations 1999 STATUTORY INSTRUMENTS 1999 No. 2083 CONSUMER PROTECTION The Unfair Terms in Consumer Contracts Regulations 1999 Made - - - - 22nd July 1999 Laid before Parliament 22nd July 1999 Coming into force 1st October

More information

SEA PRE SCREENING REPORT (COVER NOTE ) PART 1. An SEA Pre Screening Report is attached for the plan, programme or strategy (PPS) entitled:

SEA PRE SCREENING REPORT (COVER NOTE ) PART 1. An SEA Pre Screening Report is attached for the plan, programme or strategy (PPS) entitled: SEA PRE SCREENING REPORT (COVER NOTE ) PART 1 To: SEA.gateway@scotland.gsi.gov.uk or SEA Gateway Scottish Eecutive Area 1 H (Bridge) Victoria Quay Edinburgh EH6 6QQ PART 2 An SEA Pre Screening Report is

More information

A statement based on an investigation into the provision of supports and therapeutic services for a child with special needs in foster care

A statement based on an investigation into the provision of supports and therapeutic services for a child with special needs in foster care A statement based on an investigation into the provision of supports and therapeutic services for a child with special needs in foster care August 2011 An investigation by the Ombudsman for Children into

More information

Aiding the Hydro-scheme development process. Web-links to useful information sources

Aiding the Hydro-scheme development process. Web-links to useful information sources Aiding the Hydro-scheme development process. Web-links to useful information sources Web-pages are in bold. These pages aim at providing developers, land-owners, decision makers and advisors with a collation

More information

The Regulations require that the permit holder operates the facility in such a way that risk of pollution.

The Regulations require that the permit holder operates the facility in such a way that risk of pollution. Environmental permits for waste operations and industrial sites Making your views known May 2011 This fact sheet describes how we consult people, and the kind of information we find useful when we are

More information

CABINET. 24 March 2015

CABINET. 24 March 2015 CABINET 24 March 2015 Title: Procurement of Electricity and Gas Supplies Report of the Cabinet Member for Finance Open Report with Exempt Appendix 4 Wards Affected: All Report Author: Andrew Sivess Group

More information

COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT (SCOTLAND) BILL [AS AMENDED AT STAGE 2]

COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT (SCOTLAND) BILL [AS AMENDED AT STAGE 2] COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT (SCOTLAND) BILL [AS AMENDED AT STAGE 2] REVISED EXPLANATORY NOTES INTRODUCTION 1. As required under Rule 9.7.8A of the Parliament s Standing Orders, these Revised Explanatory Notes

More information

approval of matters specified in conditions; and The Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) (Scotland) Regulations 2013

approval of matters specified in conditions; and The Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) (Scotland) Regulations 2013 Application for: planning permission; planning permission in principle; further applications; approval of matters specified in conditions; and mineral workings (if the planning authority do not have a

More information

United Kingdom Competition Network (UKCN) Statement of Intent

United Kingdom Competition Network (UKCN) Statement of Intent United Kingdom Competition Network (UKCN) Statement of Intent 1. The statutory basis for the UKCN The Enterprise and Regulatory Reform Act 2013 (ERRA13) was enacted in April 2013. The Act creates the Competition

More information

INTEGRATED RISK MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS

INTEGRATED RISK MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS INTEGRATED RISK MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS OUR SERVICES RPS Integrated Risk Management Solutions provides specialist HSE & Risk Management consultancy services to the energy industry and other major hazard industries.

More information

Digital Communications

Digital Communications National Assembly for Wales Election Manifesto 2016 Digital Communications Digital growth is key to driving the Welsh economy forward, which is why innovative policies are needed to meet the increasing

More information

Environmental Impact Assessment of National Road Schemes A Practical Guide

Environmental Impact Assessment of National Road Schemes A Practical Guide Environmental Impact Assessment of National Road Schemes A Practical Guide Revision 1, 20 November, 2008 CONTENTS LIST OF BOXES...iii LIST OF TABLES...iv LIST OF FIGURES...iv 1.0 INTRODUCTION 1.1 Introduction...2

More information

Christopher Young Speaking notes for presentation to World Heritage UK Technical Workshop on WHS Management Plans and Systems, 25 th January, 2016

Christopher Young Speaking notes for presentation to World Heritage UK Technical Workshop on WHS Management Plans and Systems, 25 th January, 2016 WORLD HERITAGE UK TECHNICAL WORKSHOP, EDINBURGH, 25 TH JANUARY, 2016 DRAFT OUTLINE FOR CHRISTOPHER YOUNG S PRESENTATION CHANGES IN THE UNESCO OPERATIONAL GUIDELINES, AND OTHER CONVENTION RELATED ACTIVITY

More information

NEBOSH National Diploma in Environmental Management Unit ED1. (Material correct at 1/11/2011)

NEBOSH National Diploma in Environmental Management Unit ED1. (Material correct at 1/11/2011) NEBOSH National Diploma in Environmental Management Unit ED1 MANAGement of Environmental Risk element 6: Environmental Legislative Framework and Methods of Enforcement Sample material (Material correct

More information

New criminal offences

New criminal offences New criminal offences England and Wales 1 st June 2009 31 st May 2014 Ministry of Justice Statistics Bulletin Published 11 December 2014 Contents Introduction...3 Key findings...4 1. Legislation and offences

More information

Draft New Museums Site Development Framework Supplementary Planning Document SUSTAINABILITY APPRAISAL SCREENING REPORT

Draft New Museums Site Development Framework Supplementary Planning Document SUSTAINABILITY APPRAISAL SCREENING REPORT Draft New Museums Site Development Framework Supplementary Planning Document SUSTAINABILITY APPRAISAL SCREENING REPORT MAY 2015 1 Contents 1 INTRODUCTION 3 2 DRAFT NEW MUSEUMS SITE SPD 4 3 STRATEGIC ENVIRONMENTAL

More information

CPD Short Course Programme

CPD Short Course Programme School of the Built Environment CPD Short Course Programme available as bespoke training Autumn 2009 Summer 2010 Introduction to the Planning Process The Role of Councillors in Town Planning Implementing

More information

PLANNING & REGULATION COMMITTEE 16 JANUARY 2012

PLANNING & REGULATION COMMITTEE 16 JANUARY 2012 Division(s): Sutton Courtenay & Harwell Contact Officer: John Duncalfe (john.duncalfe@oxfordshire.gov.uk) Tel: 01865 815356 PLANNING & REGULATION COMMITTEE 16 JANUARY 2012 TO CRUSH, SCREEN, BLEND AND STOCK

More information

DISTANCE LEARNING PROGRAMME COURSE SYLLABUS UNIVERSITY DIPLOMA IN RURAL DEVELOPMENT BY DISTANCE LEARNING

DISTANCE LEARNING PROGRAMME COURSE SYLLABUS UNIVERSITY DIPLOMA IN RURAL DEVELOPMENT BY DISTANCE LEARNING DISTANCE LEARNING PROGRAMME COURSE SYLLABUS UNIVERSITY CERTIFICATE IN RURAL DEVELOPMENT BY DISTANCE LEARNING 1 (30 credits usually over 1 year or less) UNIVERSITY DIPLOMA IN RURAL DEVELOPMENT BY DISTANCE

More information

National Policy Statement for Nuclear Power Generation (EN-6) Volume I of II

National Policy Statement for Nuclear Power Generation (EN-6) Volume I of II National Policy Statement for Nuclear Power Generation (EN-6) Volume I of II Planning for new energy infrastructure July 2011 Department of Energy and Climate Change National Policy Statement for Nuclear

More information

The Planning System: General Principles

The Planning System: General Principles The Planning System: General Principles The Plan-Led System: Structure 1. In England there is a hierarchical structure of guidance and plans covering national, regional and local planning which includes:

More information

Insolvency practitioner regulation regulatory objectives and oversight powers

Insolvency practitioner regulation regulatory objectives and oversight powers Insolvency practitioner regulation regulatory objectives and oversight powers Legislative changes introduced on 1 October 2015 December 2015 1 Contents Introduction Part 1: Overview of regulatory objectives

More information

No. 132. Land Use and Building Act (132/1999, amendment 222/2003 included) Chapter 1. General provisions. Section 1 General objective of the Act

No. 132. Land Use and Building Act (132/1999, amendment 222/2003 included) Chapter 1. General provisions. Section 1 General objective of the Act NB: UNOFFICIAL TRANSLATION FINLAND No. 132 Land Use and Building Act (132/1999, amendment 222/2003 included) In accordance with the decision of Parliament the following is enacted: Chapter 1 General provisions

More information

Wind power: environmental and safety issues Wind Energy Fact Sheet 4

Wind power: environmental and safety issues Wind Energy Fact Sheet 4 Wind power: environmental and safety issues Wind Energy Fact Sheet 4 As with all sectors of society, the wind energy industry has a duty to act responsibly, both towards the health and safety of individuals

More information

Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) A handbook for scoping projects

Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) A handbook for scoping projects Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) A handbook for scoping projects Explanatory note For projects that require Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), a scoping exercise should be undertaken early in

More information

Safe management of healthcare waste

Safe management of healthcare waste Safe management of healthcare waste Introduction A wide variety of waste is generated from healthcare activities and employers have a statutory duty of care in relation to the management of that waste.

More information

Pre-application service for Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects

Pre-application service for Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects Pre-application service for Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects Prospectus for Applicants Version 1 (May 2014) In this prospectus... This is a clickable PDF Executive summary 3 1 2 3 Purpose

More information

The Path to Environmental Impact Assessment in Hong Kong

The Path to Environmental Impact Assessment in Hong Kong The Path to Environmental Impact Assessment in Hong Kong 6 The effort to formulate a set of administrative EIA procedures for public and private sector projects, with regard to developmental pressures

More information

Pre-Application Planning Advice

Pre-Application Planning Advice Pre-Application Planning Advice Guidance Note and Schedule of Fees Regeneration and Planning (Development Management) December 2014 The Development Management Service is responsible for the determination

More information

CHAPTER 9 PERMITTING. 9.2 Scotland 102 9.2.1 Exemption 102 9.2.2 Waste management licence 102 9.2.3 PPC permit 102

CHAPTER 9 PERMITTING. 9.2 Scotland 102 9.2.1 Exemption 102 9.2.2 Waste management licence 102 9.2.3 PPC permit 102 CHAPTER 9 PERMITTING 9.1 England and Wales 100 9.1.1 T24 exemption for on-farm AD 100 9.1.2 T25 exemption for off-farm AD 100 9.1.3 Standard rules environmental permits 100 9.1.4 Standard rules for on-farm

More information

PEAK DISTRICT NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY Claimant. and. SECRETARY OF STATE FOR COMMUNITIES AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT Defendant. and BLEAKLOW INDUSTRIES LTD

PEAK DISTRICT NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY Claimant. and. SECRETARY OF STATE FOR COMMUNITIES AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT Defendant. and BLEAKLOW INDUSTRIES LTD IN THE HIGH COURT OF JUSTICE QUEEN S BENCH DIVISION ADMINISTRATIVE COURT IN THE MATTER OF THE TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING ( TCP ) ACT 1990 SCHEDULE 9, THE PLANNING AND COMPENSATION ACT 1991, THE ENVIRONMENT

More information

DRAFT Version 1.2 Revision Date: 16/7/10

DRAFT Version 1.2 Revision Date: 16/7/10 LOCAL AUTHORITY SEARCH REPORT INSURANCE POLICY 1. Policy Issuer: Stanley Davis Group Limited trading as York Place Policy Number: SDGLA0001 Definitions In this policy unless the context otherwise requires:

More information

HUMAN HEALTH IMPACTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT. María de la Luz Astudillo Hernández

HUMAN HEALTH IMPACTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT. María de la Luz Astudillo Hernández HUMAN HEALTH IMPACTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT By María de la Luz Astudillo Hernández Thesis presented in part-fulfilment of the degree of Master of Science in accordance with the regulations

More information

The Quality Code. A Brief Guide

The Quality Code. A Brief Guide The Quality Code A Brief Guide The UK Quality Code for Higher Education (Quality Code) is used to assure the standards and quality of UK higher education. It is owned, maintained and published by the Quality

More information

National Landscape Strategy for Ireland 2015-2025

National Landscape Strategy for Ireland 2015-2025 National Landscape Strategy for Ireland 2015-2025 DUBLIN PUBLISHED BY THE STATIONERY OFFICE To be purchased from GOVERNMENT PUBLICATIONS, 52 ST. STEPHEN S GREEN, DUBLIN 2. (Tel: 01 647 6834 or 1890 213434;

More information

The UK Quality Code for Higher Education: A brief guide

The UK Quality Code for Higher Education: A brief guide UK Quality Code for Higher Education The UK Quality Code for Higher Education: A brief guide The UK Quality Code for Higher Education: A brief guide The UK Quality Code for Higher Education (the Quality

More information

Implementation of the EU payment accounts directive: Consultation response

Implementation of the EU payment accounts directive: Consultation response Implementation of the EU payment accounts directive: Consultation response November 2015 Implementation of the EU payment accounts directive: Consultation response November 2015 Crown copyright 2015 This

More information

What do we already know about Bradford-on-Avon community area?

What do we already know about Bradford-on-Avon community area? What do we already know about Bradford-on-Avon community area? Bradford-on-Avon is one of the smaller market towns in Wiltshire. It has good public transport connectivity and functions as a popular tourist

More information

Unilever Sustainable Palm Oil Sourcing Policy 2016

Unilever Sustainable Palm Oil Sourcing Policy 2016 Unilever Sustainable Palm Oil Sourcing Policy 2016 Unilever uses palm oil in food products as well as in a range of home and personal care products. Palm oil is a nutritious, versatile raw material, and

More information

Green Infrastructure Case Study Template

Green Infrastructure Case Study Template Green Infrastructure Case Study Template The aim of the exercise is to provide information on how the elements of the Green Infrastructure Strategy are implemented at national level and to provide case

More information

Potential Management Options

Potential Management Options MARINE CONSERVATION ZONES IN THE NORTHERN IRELAND INSHORE REGION Guidance on the Development of Conservation Objectives and Potential Management Options Document version control Version Date Author Comments

More information

APPLICATION for ISO Certification (All Standards)

APPLICATION for ISO Certification (All Standards) APPLICATION for ISO Certification (All Standards) Contents Section 1 General Information (Please complete this section for All standards) (Please complete ONLY the sections for the Standard(s) that you

More information

These guidelines can help you in taking the first step and adopt a sustainability policy as well as plan your further sustainability communication.

These guidelines can help you in taking the first step and adopt a sustainability policy as well as plan your further sustainability communication. SUSTAINABILITY POLICY AND COMMUNICATION GUIDELINES Why communicate about sustainability? IFU encourages all our investments to be transparent and informative about business and sustainability performance

More information

IMPLEMENTING ISO 14001:2004. www.aecos.co.uk

IMPLEMENTING ISO 14001:2004. www.aecos.co.uk IMPLEMENTING ISO 14001:2004 www.aecos.co.uk What is an Environmental Management System? A systematic framework to manage the immediate and long term environmental impacts of an organisation s products,

More information

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT, DEVELOPING COUNTRIES AND WATER RESOURCES

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT, DEVELOPING COUNTRIES AND WATER RESOURCES ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT, DEVELOPING COUNTRIES AND ABSTRACT This policy brief is aimed at providing information that is both easy to understand and concise for policy makers in developing countries

More information

BEST PRACTICE NOTE LANDSCAPE ASSESSMENT AND SUSTAINABLE MANAGEMENT 10.1 NZILA. Members Documentation

BEST PRACTICE NOTE LANDSCAPE ASSESSMENT AND SUSTAINABLE MANAGEMENT 10.1 NZILA. Members Documentation BEST PRACTICE NOTE LANDSCAPE ASSESSMENT AND SUSTAINABLE MANAGEMENT 10.1 NZILA Members Documentation Background In August 2008, the New Zealand Institute of Landscape Architects (NZILA) Education Foundation

More information

Planning Policy Statement 2015

Planning Policy Statement 2015 Planning Policy Statement 2015 Introduction It is just over 50 years since national planning legislation was first implemented in Ireland. The Government wishes to reaffirm its strong belief in the value

More information

CSX Public Safety, Health, and Environmental Management System

CSX Public Safety, Health, and Environmental Management System CSX Public Safety, Health, and Environmental Management System As one of the nation s leading suppliers of rail and intermodal transportation, CSX Transportation (CSX) is committed to minimizing the impact

More information

SYLLABUS FOR RECRUITMENT TEST FOR THE POST OF ASSISTANT TOWN PLANNER (GROUP-A) IN TOWN & COUNTRY PLANNING DEPARTMENT, HARYANA

SYLLABUS FOR RECRUITMENT TEST FOR THE POST OF ASSISTANT TOWN PLANNER (GROUP-A) IN TOWN & COUNTRY PLANNING DEPARTMENT, HARYANA SYLLABUS FOR RECRUITMENT TEST FOR THE POST OF ASSISTANT TOWN PLANNER (GROUP-A) IN TOWN & COUNTRY PLANNING DEPARTMENT, HARYANA 1. MATERIALS AND PRINCIPLES OF CONSTRUCTION:- Site Development and Layouts,

More information

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION AND AWARENESS Vol. II - Preparation for Environmental Planners - A.K. Karavanas and N.C. Markatos

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION AND AWARENESS Vol. II - Preparation for Environmental Planners - A.K. Karavanas and N.C. Markatos PREPARATION FOR ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNERS A.K. Karavanas National Technical University of Athens, Athens, Greece Keywords: Environmental; planner; training; sustainable; development; impact; assessment; management

More information

Identifying Environmental Aspects

Identifying Environmental Aspects Identifying Environmental Aspects How an organization interfaces with the environment Environmental Aspect: Element of an organization s activities, products, or services that can interact with the environment.

More information

Town and Country Planning Act 1990 Town and Country Planning (Control of Advertisements) Regulations 2007

Town and Country Planning Act 1990 Town and Country Planning (Control of Advertisements) Regulations 2007 Planning Services Minicom: (01225) 477535 Trimbridge House, Trim Street, Bath, BA1 2DP Fax: (01225) 394199 Telephone: (01225) 394100 DX: 8047 (Bath) Development_control@bathnes.gov.uk Date: 9th March 2009

More information

Strategic Environmental Assessment of Local Implementation Plans: Scoping Report Template

Strategic Environmental Assessment of Local Implementation Plans: Scoping Report Template Strategic Environmental Assessment of Local Implementation Plans: Scoping Report Template by C Treleven 4 UNPUBLISHED PROJECT REPORT Centre for Sustainability at UNPUBLISHED PROJECT REPORT STRATEGIC ENVIRONMENTAL

More information

Planning and Environmental Policy Group

Planning and Environmental Policy Group Planning and Environmental Policy Group Planning Policy Statement 18 Renewable Energy August 2009 Planning Policy Statement 18: Renewable Energy Planning Policy Statements (PPSs) set out the policies

More information

INTERNATIONAL CULTURAL TOURISM CHARTER Managing Tourism at Places of Heritage Significance (1999)

INTERNATIONAL CULTURAL TOURISM CHARTER Managing Tourism at Places of Heritage Significance (1999) INTERNATIONAL CULTURAL TOURISM CHARTER Managing Tourism at Places of Heritage Significance (1999) Adopted by ICOMOS at the 12th General Assembly in Mexico, October 1999. INTRODUCTION The Charter Ethos

More information

Responsibility Deal between Government and the waste and resource management sector. June 2011

Responsibility Deal between Government and the waste and resource management sector. June 2011 www.defra.gov.uk www.esauk.org Responsibility Deal between Government and the waste and resource management sector June 2011 Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Nobel House 17 Smith Square

More information