Less hazardous waste sent to landfill

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• Environment Agency

Figures released by the Environment Agency on 29 November show that 60% less hazardous waste is being sent to landfill than in 2004, and more of it is being treated and recycled.

Martin Brocklehurst, Head of External Programmes at the Environment Agency, says:

“Today’s figures show that more hazardous waste such as chemical wastes, contaminated soils and fridges are being treated and recycled, which is good news for our environment.

“As new legislation like the Land... (372 more words)

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