Regulators, Authorisations and Compliance
ClearCircle Environmental is committed to ensuring that all of the company's sites and business practices comply with the latest legislation and are appropriately licensed and permitted. The regulating authorities vary by geography as follows:
UK
The Environmental Agency (EA) is the regulator for Waste Permits and Waste Carrier Licences. Exemptions are applied for based on the type of waste handled, the processing activity being carried out and the tonnage of exempt material being handled. Certain operating permits are also issued by the Local Authority.
Northern Ireland
The Northern Ireland Environmental Agency (NIEA) is the regulator for both Waste Licences and Waste Carrier Licences. Certain operating permits are also issued by the Local Authority.
Republic of Ireland
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulates Waste Licences and Integrated Pollution Prevention Control (IPPC) Licences. Local Authorities (or Councils) issue Waste Permits and Waste Collection Permits in which the site is located.