CL:AIRE is pleased to announce the publication of a new FAQ addressing the potential use of the Definition of Waste Code of Practice (DoW CoP) for quarry backfilling.

Key highlights:

• The applicability of DoW CoP for quarry backfilling is determined by the specifics of the proposed backfill operation and planning permissions.
• Generally, large-scale quarry backfilling is unlikely to be suitable for DoW CoP and requires an environmental permit.
• There are exceptions where DoW CoP may be applicable for limited backfill activities, such as re-landscaping, habitat creation, and stabilising cliffs, provided all DoW CoP requirements are met.

For full details and to understand when DoW CoP can be used, check out the complete list of FAQs here.