The Environment (Wales) Act 2016 Published
24 May 2016
What is the new legislation:
The Environment (Wales) Act 2016
What is the amended legislation
New legislation
Who does this affect: Wales
When does this change take place: 21 March 2016
The Environment (Wales) Act puts in place the legislation needed to plan and manage Wales’ natural resources in a more proactive, sustainable and joined-up way. It is split into several parts that cover various different topics. They are:
- sustainable management of natural resources;
- climate change;
- charges for carrier bags;
- collection and disposal of waste;
- fisheries for shellfish; and
- marine licensing.
The full text of the Regulations may be found here.
Source: http://www.legislation.gov.uk