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Scotland is facing a delay in the ban on sending black-bag waste to landfill after it was revealed that there is a capacity gap in waste incinerators. A BBC Scotland investigation found that up to 100 truckloads of rubbish would have to be transported to England daily due to the lack of sufficient incineration facilities. The Scottish government has highlighted the challenges faced by the waste industry in preparing for the ban.
Although the ban on biodegradable municipal waste going to landfill will still come into effect by the end of the year, the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (Sepa) has announced a delay in its full implementation until January 2028. Waste managers and landfill operators will be required to apply for a six-month exemption, which can be renewed repeatedly until the end of 2027. This move has been described as a “fudge” by one waste analyst.
The documentary series Disclosure by the BBC in June raised concerns within the industry about the readiness for the ban. It was estimated that in the first year, 600,000 tonnes of waste would have no disposal options in Scotland, leading to potential transportation to England or overseas for processing. While Scotland has made progress in reducing landfill waste, there are concerns about the impact of delays on waste management and environmental sustainability.
Efforts to promote recycling and reduce waste have struggled to gain traction in Scotland, with landfill considered as the least environmentally sustainable option. With concerns about overcapacity at incinerators, the government announced a moratorium on approving new facilities beyond those already in the pipeline. Environmental groups like Friends of the Earth Scotland advocate for increased investment in waste reduction and recycling as a more sustainable solution to waste management
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