The government welcomes input and detailed evidence from stakeholders to better understand the potential for solar canopy installation on new outdoor car parks, as well as concerns or views they may have around existing planning policy and Permitted Development Rights (PDRs) in relation to electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. This includes links to solar canopies and energy storage systems.
Consultation on the proposal to introduce a new hourly rate (time and materials charge) for businesses or occupiers of relevant non-domestic premises that are not complying with the requirements of simpler recycling: workplace recycling in England (simpler recycling). This includes micro-businesses who will not come into scope of simpler recycling until 31 March 2027.
Based on an investigation by the National Audit Office into progress of the strategy, the Committee will question senior DEFRA officials on:
The Environmental Protection (Single-use Plastic Products) (Wales) Bill, which has been published as part of the Environment and climate change planning and strategy would prohibit the sale of nine single-use plastic products, including: cups, cutlery, drink-stirrers, lids for cups or takeaway food containers, straws, plates, balloon sticks, carrier bags and cot
