Consultation on Pollution Prevention and Control Act 1999
Defra has launched a two-stage consultation on the review of the Pollution Prevention and Control (PPC) regime, known as ‘Part B’ where it regulates activities not directly subject to EU air pollution controls.
‘Part B’ activities are those regulated under the Pollution Prevention and Control Act 1999 to control emissions to air. In England, these activities are regulated by local authorities under the system of Local Air Pollution Prevention and Control. Alternative approaches to regulation under Part B could include reliance on the Clean Air Act, statutory nuisance or the land use planning systems, or the use of simplified applications and permits as are currently provided for service stations, small waste oil burners and dry cleaners.
No changes will be made if a given type of activity is a significant source of local, national or transboundary air pollutants. This includes any which would compromise achievement of existing national air quality policy or objectives, European obligations or other international agreements.
The deadline for responses to the consultation is 19th May 2006. Further information can be found at http://www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/consult/ppcact-partb/index.htm
Source: www.defra.gov.uk (accessed 14/03/06)
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