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Act No. 25 on waste.

Country/Territory
Andorra
Document type
Legislation
Date
2004
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Waste & hazardous substances
Keyword
Basic legislation Waste management Waste prevention Waste disposal Recycling/reuse Precautionary principle Hazardous waste Packaging/labelling Transboundary movement of waste Policy/planning Offences/penalties
Geographical area
Europe, Southern Europe
Abstract

With a view to protecting public health and the environment, this Act lays down the legislative framework relative to waste management, waste prevention and recycling. It shall apply to all solid and liquid waste which is produced within the territory of Andorra and which does not fall within more specific provisions in force (art. 2). The Act has been adopted in the light of the precautionary principle, as defined under article 5. The Government shall organize and coordinate the waste managemen

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