Environmental Crime Regulations

This page provides an overview of the Environmental Crime Regulations for police officers, helping them understand key sections of the law and how it applies in their duties.

Overview

The Environmental Crime Regulations encompass various laws designed to prevent environmental damage, including waste disposal, air and water pollution, and noise control. Police officers work with local authorities and environmental agencies to enforce these regulations.

Key Powers under the Law

Police officers can investigate breaches of environmental regulations, issue fixed penalty notices, and support local authorities in the enforcement of pollution control and waste management laws.

Important Sections for Police Officers

• Section 34 (Environmental Protection Act 1990): Regulates waste management and imposes duties on businesses to handle waste correctly.
• Section 80 (EPA 1990): Grants powers to address statutory nuisances, including noise and pollution.
• Air Quality Regulations 2000: Enforces air pollution limits and measures to reduce harmful emissions.

What You Can Do Under This Law

Officers can issue fines for minor environmental offenses like littering or noise pollution, and work with local councils to enforce larger environmental regulations such as waste management and pollution control.

How to Request or Apply

Officers should:

• Step 1: Investigate complaints related to environmental crimes, such as pollution or illegal waste disposal.
• Step 2: Issue fixed penalty notices or work with local authorities to escalate enforcement actions.