Legal Spotlight - December 2014

Produced by Cloud Sustainability Ltd for EAUC Members only

With the Government’s current interest in the environment and all things ‘green’, the legislation that affects the further and higher education sector is changing all the time. With new Acts of Parliament, changing regulations and updates to guidelines, it is hard for anyone to keep track but knowing how to comply is a must. These updates are only accessible to EAUC Members.

In this issue:

• Single Use Carrier Bags Charge Regulations come into force in Scotland
• European Union commits to cut emissions by 40% by 2030
• Target amends to the Producer Responsibility Obligations (Packaging Waste) Regulations
• New report puts pressure on Government to address recycling targets
• Defra opens Consultation on Barriers to Reuse and Repair activities
• The Environment Agency releases details of CRC fines

Disclaimer: The information presented here provides an overview of legislation relevant to tertiary education. It does not constitute professional legal advice and in all cases where you intend to give an opinion or act on the content expressed here you should first obtain such advice.