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Information on amendments to hazardous substances consent legislation

This circular informs of changes to the Planning (Hazardous Substances) Regulations 1992 (the Consent Regulations) brought about in England by the Planning (Hazardous Substances) (Amendment)(England) Regulations (the Amendment Regulations) which came into force on 1 October 2009.

Note: These Amendment Regulations apply to England only. It is understood that amendments to the relevant legislation in Scotland and Wales will come into force in November and December respectively.

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