A call for evidence has been issued by DEFRA, in advance of Government publishing its first Waste Prevention Programme for England by December 2013.
DEFRA state that Waste Prevention is a priority for them, and will aim to support growth and help householders, local councils and businesses save money.
The programme takes forward a commitment in the Government Review of Waste Policy in England 2011, as well as fulfilling a requirement of the Waste Framework Directive (2008/98/EC)
The call for evidence opens for responses from today, 11th March 2013 and will close on 29th April 2013. The Policy team will be formulating a response and as ever welcomes the views of members. Look out for information on the discussion exchange in the next few days, or log onto the following link on DEFRA's website http://www.defra.gov.uk/consult/2013/03/11/waste-prevention/
