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MOWI Scotland Limited: Grey Horse Channel Outer
It is part of SEPA’s remit to protect the marine environment. We regulate finfish farms through permits that limit the pollutants discharged to the water environment and, where appropriate, the amount of water which can be abstracted. If you have an interest in this application please tell us by completing the following questions and submitting them to us by 7 October 2021. Application details We received an application from... MoreClosed 7 October 2021 -
MOWI Scotland Limited: Grey Horse Channel
It is part of SEPA’s remit to protect the marine environment. We regulate finfish farms through permits that limit the pollutants discharged to the water environment and, where appropriate, the amount of water which can be abstracted. If you have an interest in this application please tell us by completing the following questions and submitting them to us by 7 October 2021. Application details We received an application from... MoreClosed 7 October 2021 -
Monitoring the Mossmorran Complex
We recently held four online events to allow members of the public to have their say on the future of monitoring at the Mossmorran complex in Fife. These events were hosted by SEPA, in partnership with Fife Council and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Local communities were invited to join us in a series of online information events which: Explained the role of SEPA and other public bodies in the regulation of the Mossmorran complex Explained how air quality, noise and... MoreClosed 6 October 2021 -
Fife Council: Lower Melville Wood Landfill - PPC variation application
It is part of SEPA’s remit to maintain a high-quality environment by setting permit conditions which limit the impacts associated with installations operating under Pollution Prevention and Control (PPC) Part A regulations. Application details We received an application from Fife Council to vary their existing PPC permit (PPC/E/0020085) at Lower Melville Wood Landfill, Giffordtown, Ladybank, Cupar, Fife, KY15 7UL. A summary of their... MoreClosed 27 September 2021 -
Mersen Scotland Holytown Limited - PPC Variation Application
It is part of SEPA’s remit to maintain a high-quality environment by setting permit conditions which limit the impacts associated with installations operating under Pollution Prevention and Control (PPC) Part A regulations. Application details We received an application from Mersen Scotland Holytown Limited, 11 Woodside, Eurocentral, Holytown, ML1 4XL to vary their existing PPC permit (PPC/A/1018364). A summary of their application is... MoreClosed 15 September 2021 -
Earls Gate Energy Centre Limited - PPC Variation Application
It is part of SEPA’s remit to maintain a high-quality environment by setting permit conditions which limit the impacts associated with installations operating under Pollution Prevention and Control (PPC) Part A regulations. Application details We received an application from Earls Gate Energy Centre Limited, to vary their existing PPC Permit PPC/A/1157466 at Earls Road, Grangemouth, FK3 8XG. A summary of their application is available below: Non-Technical Summary MoreClosed 26 August 2021 -
Hewitt Farming Limited: Heads Inn free range poultry unit PPC permit application
It is part of SEPA’s remit to maintain a high-quality environment by setting permit conditions which limit the impacts associated with installations operating under Pollution Prevention and Control (PPC) Part A regulations. Application details We received an application from Hewitt Farming Limited, Heads Inn Poultry Farm, Edinburgh Road, Carnwath, South Lanarkshire for a new permit to operate an installation to i ntensively rear 64,000 free range... MoreClosed 21 July 2021 -
Collier Quarrying and Recycling Limited: Goathill Quarry - PPC permit application
It is part of SEPA’s remit to maintain a high-quality environment by setting permit conditions which limit the impacts associated with installations operating under Pollution Prevention and Control (PPC) Part A regulations. Application details We received an application from Collier Quarrying & Recycling Limited for a permit to operate an installation at Goathill Quarry, Easter Bucklyvie, Cowdenbeath, Fife, KY4 8ES to store and treat Incinerator Bottom... MoreClosed 14 July 2021 -
The Scottish Salmon Company Limited: North Arran CAR Application
It is part of SEPA’s remit to protect the marine environment. We regulate finfish farms through permits that limit the pollutants discharged to the water environment and, where appropriate, the amount of water which can be abstracted. If you have an interest in this application please tell us by completing the following questions and submitting them to us by 5 July 2021. Application details We received an application from The... MoreClosed 5 July 2021 -
FCC Recycling (UK) Limited: Drumgray Energy Recovery Centre – PPC Permit application
It is part of SEPA’s remit to maintain a high-quality environment by setting permit conditions which limit the impacts associated with installations operating under Pollution Prevention and Control (PPC) Part A regulations. Application details We received an application from FCC Recycling (UK) Limited for a permit to operate an installation at Drumgray Energy Recovery Centre, Meikle Drumgray Road, Greengairs, Airdrie, ML6 7TD to process non-hazardous... MoreClosed 28 June 2021 -
The draft river basin management plan for Scotland 2021 - 2027
The river basin management plan (RBMP) sets out how Scottish Government, SEPA, other responsible authorities and partners work together to protect and improve the water environment in Scotland. The plan aims to prevent deterioration and improve the quality of the water environment to at least good condition. The plan is prepared by SEPA and approved by Scottish ministers. The draft plan is structured around how RBMP can help deliver Scotland’s environment strategy,... MoreClosed 25 June 2021 -
A consultation on the River Basin Management Plan for the Solway Tweed River Basin District: 2021 Update
We are asking for your feedback on the proposed update to the Solway Tweed river basin management plan. Your responses to this consultation will help ensure that SEPA and the Environment Agency coordinates our work to ensure the updated plan supports a green economy, wildlife and habitats and the health and well-being of local communities. This consultation provides you with an overview of the plan for the Solway Tweed River Basin District. It highlights the challenges... MoreClosed 25 June 2021 -
Water resources management plan consultation
Everyday the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) works to protect and enhance Scotland’s environment, helping communities and businesses thrive within the resources of our planet. This is the basis of One Planet Prosperity – Our Regulatory Strategy . This strategy sets out ways we will work in partnership with businesses, through a sector approach, helping them reduce their use of water, energy and materials and minimise waste production. The strategy also... MoreClosed 4 June 2021 -
Scottish Sea Farms Limited: Shuna MPFF, Loch Linnhe CAR consultation
It is part of SEPA’s remit to protect the marine environment. We regulate finfish farms through permits that limit the pollutants discharged to the water environment and, where appropriate, the amount of water which can be abstracted. If you have an interest in this application please tell us by completing the following questions and submitting them to us by 4 June 2021. Application details We received an application from... MoreClosed 4 June 2021 -
Consultation under Industrial Emissions Directive
Operators of Part A activities require a permit issued by SEPA under the Pollution Prevention and Control (Scotland) Regulations 2012 (PPC) in order to be able to undertake their activities. SEPA, through regulation, will maintain a high-quality environment by setting permit conditions which limit the impacts associated with installations and then by ensuring that operators comply with these conditions. Under the Industrial Emissions Directive , we publicly consult... MoreOpened 1 June 2021 -
Dawnfresh: Little Cumbrae CAR consultation
It is part of SEPA’s remit to protect the marine environment. We regulate finfish farms through permits that limit the pollutants discharged to the water environment and, where appropriate, the amount of water which can be abstracted. If you have an interest in this application please tell us by completing the following questions and submitting them to us by 28 May 2021. We aware that a number of people have not been in a position to access our online... MoreClosed 28 May 2021 -
Dawnfresh: Cumbrae CAR consultation
It is part of SEPA’s remit to protect the marine environment. We regulate finfish farms through permits that limit the pollutants discharged to the water environment and, where appropriate, the amount of water which can be abstracted. If you have an interest in this application please tell us by completing the following questions and submitting them to us by 28 May 2021. We aware that a number of people have not been in a position to access our online... MoreClosed 28 May 2021 -
Dawnfresh: South Bute CAR consultation
It is part of SEPA’s remit to protect the marine environment. We regulate finfish farms through permits that limit the pollutants discharged to the water environment and, where appropriate, the amount of water which can be abstracted. If you have an interest in this application please tell us by completing the following questions and submitting them to us by 28 May 2021. We aware that a number of people have not been in a position to access our online... MoreClosed 28 May 2021 -
Consultation on the hydro abstraction scheme charges
This consultation document outlines the proposed changes for the subsistence fees we charge under The Environmental Regulation (Scotland) Charging Scheme for hydro-electric installations regulated by SEPA under the Water Environment (Controlled Activities) (Scotland) Regulations 2011 for abstraction charges. It sets out, how these revised charges have been developed, and how you can respond to this consultation. These changes will amend the Environmental Regulation (Scotland)... MoreClosed 30 April 2021 -
Finfish aquaculture: Advertised applications under the Water Environment (Controlled Activities) (Scotland) Regulations 2011
SEPA, as one of a number of organisations regulating finfish aquaculture, will maintain a high quality environment by setting permit conditions which limit the impacts associated with fish farms and then by ensuring that operators comply with these conditions. On this aquaculture hub, you’ll find a list of open consultations for marine pen fish farm applications. You can send us any comments here. As part of our determination, SEPA will... MoreOpened 22 April 2021 -
Protecting Scotland's groundwaters from pollution
The Scottish Government is consulting on improvements to the way in which we protect groundwater in Scotland. The 'Protecting Scotland's groundwater from pollution' consultation proposes: revised environmental standards; an updated list of groundwater hazardous substances; greater clarity about the circumstances where remediation is required and an improved approach to prioritising areas of land contamination for remedial action. To align... MoreClosed 31 March 2021 -
Application information: DY Oldhall Energy Recovery Limited, Oldhall Energy Recovery Facility
Application details On 25 November 2020 SEPA received an application from DY Oldhall Energy Recovery Limited for an energy from waste facility at 16 – 20 Murdoch Place, Oldhall West Industrial Estate, Irvine, Ayrshire, KA11 5DG. This activity is regulated under the Pollution Prevention and Control (Scotland) Regulations 2012 (commonly known as PPC). The initial four-week public consultation on the application is now closed. Representations out with this period can still be made to... MoreClosed 23 December 2020 -
Proposed Revision of Radioactive Substances Activities Standard Condition C.4.1.
The purpose of this consultation is to inform you of our proposal to revise condition C.4.1 of the standard conditions for radioactive substances activities (transfer of radioactive waste outside of the United Kingdom) made under the Environmental Authorisations (Scotland) Regulations 2018 (EASR) regarding the authorisation to transfer radioactive waste to a person outwith the United Kingdom. MoreClosed 18 December 2020 -
Consultation on the revised guidance on the use of enforcement action
In 2014, the Regulatory Reform (Scotland) Act was passed, giving SEPA its statutory purpose to protect and improve the environment in ways that, as far as possible, create health and well-being benefits and sustainable economic growth. One Planet Prosperity is our regulatory strategy for tackling the challenges of the 21st Century facing Scotland’s environment. We want to ensure that every regulated business fully meets their compliance obligations. Non-compliance with environmental... MoreClosed 17 December 2020 -
Radioactive substances activities charges consultation
This consultation document outlines the proposed changes for the fees we charge for regulating radioactive substances activities. These activities are those regulated under the Environmental Authorisations (Scotland) Regulations 2018 (EASR) and those still covered by the Radioactive Substances Act 1993 (RSA93) (specifically offshore). MoreClosed 15 December 2020 -
Revised guidance regarding provision and assessment of technically competent management at licensed waste management facilities
The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) proposes to alter the existing guidance document, WST-G-002 Provision and assessment of technically competent management at licensed waste management facilities. The changes reflect the fact that SEPA will now assess technical competence on the basis of any known previous compliance history as well as on approved qualifications held or bespoke assessment undertaken, rather than focusing only on the latter as was the case previously. This... MoreClosed 27 November 2020 -
Consultation on the marine fish farm charges
There has been a significant change in the type of work SEPA has and will do in regulating the marine fish farm industry. This goes from how we assess the initial applications through to the way we monitor fish farms, audit the way operators manage their activities and directly inspect the site. We consulted at the end of 2018 on our finfish aquaculture sector plan on what we intended to do and this work then forms the basis for the changes in our work and therefore charges. ... MoreClosed 20 November 2020 -
The River Leven Park consultation
Throughout this year, we’ve been asking local people, stakeholders and groups about the improvements they would like to see happen along the River Leven at Levenmouth, to enhance their enjoyment of the river and access to and along it. We’ve looked at all the feedback received via our online surveys and social media, and listened to ideas and concerns at various community events that we have facilitated during 2020, and fed these into a draft masterplan for the River Leven... MoreClosed 23 October 2020 -
Consultation on the Emission Trading Scheme charges
This consultation document outlines the proposed changes for the fees we charge for regulating installations regulated by SEPA under the UK Emissions Trading System/Carbon Emissions Tax from 2021, how these charges have been developed, and how you can respond to this consultation. This scheme will replace the Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trading Fees and Charges (Scotland) Scheme 2015 as amended, which covered charging under the EU Emissions Trading System. As part of... MoreClosed 18 September 2020 -
Consultation on amendment of the conditions allowing the receipt of radioactive waste and contaminated items
The Policy for the Long Term Management of Solid Low Level Radioactive Waste in the United Kingdom (the LLW policy) published by Defra, DTI and the Devolved Administrations in 2007 says that: ‘The import of LLW from other countries may only be authorised or consented to by the competent UK authority in light of an assessment of all practicable options, and if it complies with EU and UK legislation and any associated Government guidance provided to the competent UK authority, and should... MoreClosed 9 September 2020
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