Press Release
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CIWM Responds to the Introduction of Digital Waste Tracking

CIWM has issued the following response to the UK Government announcement today regarding the launch of the new Digital Waste Tracking service, as part of a major crackdown on waste crime under the Government’s Waste Crime Action Plan.

Dan Cooke, Director of Policy, Communications and External Affairs, says:

CIWM welcomes the long-overdue introduction of Digital Waste Tracking (DWT) and kudos should go to Defra and UK Government for fulfilling this commitment. It is intended to become a vital tool for regulators and responsible waste producers to help ensure that the right waste ends up in the right place.

Digital Waste Tracking is part of the ongoing action plan tackle waste crime. It should be noted that it is phase one being introduced this year and only applies to permitted waste-receiving sites – arguably the most straightforward to regulate. Only when DWT is extended across the sector will its value be properly evident.

Nonetheless, this is a positive milestone and CIWM and its members will support and enable its full implementation as it progresses."

ENDS

More information:
For more information on the statistics, please visit Defra - Game-changing digital waste takes fight to rogue waste traders.

About CIWM:
CIWM (the Chartered Institution of Wastes Management) is the leading professional body for the resource and waste management sector representing over 8,000 individuals in the UK, Ireland and overseas. Established in 1898 - and now in its 125th year - CIWM is a non-profit making organisation, dedicated to the promotion of professional competence amongst waste managers. CIWM seeks to raise standards for those working in and with the sector by producing best practice guidance, developing educational and training initiatives, and providing information on key waste-related issues.

Press contact:
Kacie Foskett, Brand Marketing & Communications Manager
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