The government is reminding companies that export waste from the UK to review their contingency plans in case of disruption at ports, should the UK leave the European Union without a deal.
With or without a deal, all existing consents which authorise the export of hazardous waste to any EU country will remain valid when the UK leaves the EU, but in the event of no-deal, changes to border controls may impact on some waste exports.
Disruptions at container ports are not expected, but there may be some delays at ports which operate “roll-on, roll-off” systems, with the Port of Dover predicted to be the most affected.
Therese Coffey MP, Environment Minister said: “Our landmark Resources and Waste Strategy makes clear that we are committed to dealing with more of our waste in the UK and increasing recycling.”
“But in the short-term, we have taken important action to ensure any disruption caused by a no-deal Brexit can be minimised.”
“This government has been absolutely clear on our commitment to deliver a Brexit deal negotiated with the EU, but the government is preparing for any eventuality and we need our businesses to do the same.”