Industry Updates

Following recent discussions with CIWM, further clarity has emerged around Defra’s proposed reforms to the waste carrier, broker and dealer system , first outlined in the August 2025 policy paper. While some details are still subject to consultation, the direction of travel is becoming clear. A shift from registrations to permits The current registration system is expected to move towards environmental permits or exemptions , depending on activity and risk. Three permit types

The UK government’s Digital Waste Tracking Service is moving closer to rollout, with several key milestones approaching during 2026. The system is designed to modernise how waste movements are recorded across the UK, replacing fragmented paperwork and manual processes with a single digital tracking platform . For waste operators, Technically Competent Managers and compliance teams, it represents a significant shift in how waste movements will be recorded and shared across th

The Environment Agency’s RPS 65 provides temporary guidance on how operators can handle and dewater street sweepings without the need for a full environmental permit. For many in the waste sector, it offers a more practical route for managing this specific waste stream - but only if certain conditions are met. What is RPS 65? RPS 65 (Regulatory Position Statement 65) allows operators to store and dewater street sweepings at a site without a bespoke permit, provided the acti