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  • 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... More
    Opened 19 October 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). More
    Opened 20 October 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... More
    Opened 2 November 2020

  • 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... More
    Opened 23 November 2020

  • 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... More
    Opened 25 November 2020

  • 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)... More
    Opened 17 December 2020

  • 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... More
    Opened 18 December 2020

  • Flood Risk Management Plans and Local Flood Risk Management Plans

    This is the consultation hub for Scotland’s draft flood risk management plans (previously called the flood risk management strategies) and local flood risk management plans. The consultation is being delivered in two phases.  Phase one of the consultation opened on the 21 December 2020 with draft information for the flood risk management plans available for review. This consisted of background information for Local Plan Districts and Potentially Vulnerable Areas (PVAs)... More
    Opened 21 December 2020

  • 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,... More
    Opened 21 December 2020

  • 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... More
    Opened 21 December 2020

  • 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... More
    Opened 22 April 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... More
    Opened 22 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... More
    Opened 22 April 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... More
    Opened 22 April 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... More
    Opened 3 May 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... More
    Opened 20 May 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... More
    Opened 1 June 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... More
    Opened 1 June 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... More
    Opened 16 June 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... More
    Opened 23 June 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 More
    Opened 29 July 2021

  • Flood Risk Management Plan: Highland and Argyll Local Plan District Consultation

    This is the consultation hub for the Highland and Argyll Flood Risk Management Plan (previously called the flood risk management strategies) led by SEPA and the Highland and Argyll Local Flood Risk Management Plan, led by Highland Council. The consultation is being delivered in two phases.  Phase one of the consultation opened on the 21 December 2020 with draft information for the flood risk management plans available for review. This consisted of background information for the... More
    Opened 30 July 2021

  • Flood Risk Management Plan: Ayrshire Local Plan District consultation

    This is the consultation hub for the Ayrshire Flood Risk Management Plan (previously called the flood risk management strategies) led by SEPA and Ayrshire Local Flood Risk Management Plan, led by North Ayrshire Council. The consultation is being delivered in two phases.  Phase one of the consultation opened on the 21 December 2020 with draft information for the flood risk management plans available for review. This consisted of background information for the Local Plan District... More
    Opened 30 July 2021

  • Flood Risk Management Plan: Clyde and Loch Lomond Local Plan District consultation

    This is the consultation hub for the Clyde and Loch Lomond Flood Risk Management Plan (previously called the flood risk management strategies) led by SEPA and the Clyde and Lomond Local Flood Risk Management Plan, led by Glasgow City Council. The consultation is being delivered in two phases.  Phase one of the consultation opened on the 21 December 2020 with draft information for the flood risk management plans available for review. This consisted of background information for the... More
    Opened 30 July 2021

  • Flood Risk Management Plan: Findhorn, Nairn and Speyside Local Plan District consultation

    This is the consultation hub for the Findhorn, Nairn and Speyside Flood Risk Management Plan (previously called the flood risk management strategies) led by SEPA and the Findhorn, Nairn and Speyside Local Flood Risk Management Plan, led by The Moray Council. The consultation is being delivered in two phases.  Phase one of the consultation opened on the 21 December 2020 with draft information for the flood risk management plans available for review. This consisted of background... More
    Opened 30 July 2021

  • Flood Risk Management Plan: Forth Estuary Local Plan District consultation

    This is the consultation hub for the Forth Estuary Risk Management Plan (previously called the flood risk management strategies) led by SEPA and the Forth Estuary Local Flood Risk Management Plan, led by Falkirk Council. The consultation is being delivered in two phases.  Phase one of the consultation opened on the 21 December 2020 with draft information for the flood risk management plans available for review. This consisted of background information for the Local Plan District... More
    Opened 30 July 2021

  • Flood Risk Management Plan: Forth Local Plan District consultation

    This is the consultation hub for the Forth Flood Risk Management Plan (previously called the flood risk management strategies) led by SEPA and Forth Local Flood Risk Management Plan, led by Stirling Council. The consultation is being delivered in two phases.  Phase one of the consultation opened on the 21 December 2020 with draft information for the flood risk management plans available for review. This consisted of background information for the Local Plan District and... More
    Opened 30 July 2021

  • Flood Risk Management Plan: North East Local Plan District consultation

    This is the consultation hub for the North East Flood Risk Management Plan (previously called the flood risk management strategies) led by SEPA and North East Local Flood Risk Management Plan, led by Aberdeenshire Council. The consultation is being delivered in two phases.  Phase one of the consultation opened on the 21 December 2020 with draft information for the flood risk management plans available for review. This consisted of background information for the Local Plan District... More
    Opened 30 July 2021

  • Flood Risk Management Plan: Orkney Local Plan District consultation

    This is the consultation hub for the Orkney Flood Risk Management Plan (previously called the flood risk management strategies) led by SEPA and Orkney Local Flood Risk Management Plan, led by North Orkney Islands Council. The consultation is being delivered in two phases.  Phase one of the consultation opened on the 21 December 2020 with draft information for the flood risk management plans available for review. This consisted of background information for the Local Plan District... More
    Opened 30 July 2021

  • Flood Risk Management Plan: Outer Hebrides Local Plan District consultation

    This is the consultation hub for the Outer Hebrides Flood Risk Management Plan (previously called the flood risk management strategies) led by SEPA and Outer Hebrides Local Flood Risk Management Plan, led by Comhairle nan Eilean Siar Council. The consultation is being delivered in two phases.  Phase one of the consultation opened on the 21 December 2020 with draft information for the flood risk management plans available for review. This consisted of background information for the... More
    Opened 30 July 2021
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