Waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) legislation
WEEE legislation
UK-wide
- Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2006 SI 3289
- Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (Amendment) Regulations 2007 SI 3454
England and Wales
- Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (Waste Management Licensing) (England and Wales) (Amendment) Regulations 2007 SI 1085
- Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (Waste Management Licensing) (England and Wales) Regulations 2006 SI 3315
Northern Ireland
- Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (Charges) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2006 SR 509
- Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (Waste Management Licensing) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2006 SR 519
This page provides links to key pieces of relevant environmental legislation. Most of the links will direct you to the Office of Public Sector Information (OPSI) or Statute Law Database (SLD) websites.
It is important to remember that different parts of the UK have variations in environmental laws.
The future legislation section provides details of environmental legislation that is due to come into force as well as information on proposed developments in environmental law:
If you are implementing an environmental management system (EMS) for your business, you can use this list of key legislation to start compiling your legislation directory. Remember to check other environmental topics for legislation that may relate to your business activities.Further Information
The current legislation lists provide links to key environmental statutes and regulations.
For further information on relevant legislation contact your environmental regulator or local council.









