Summary
A report criticizing the poor implementation of EU mining waste regulations and calling for stricter safety, better data, and a ban on cyanide. 10 27.04.2017
Other
environment
public safety
mining industry
waste management
Key points
- Many EU Member States have struggled with delays or poor quality in implementing the mining waste directive into their national laws.
- The lack of official guidelines for conducting inspections makes enforcement inconsistent across different countries.
- The current system for reporting waste data is considered ineffective and fails to provide a clear picture of actual implementation.
- There are serious concerns regarding the safety of high-risk facilities, many of which lack necessary emergency plans.
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