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About EASR authorisations

The Environmental Authorisations (Scotland) Regulations 2018 aim to create a more streamlined and integrated system for environmental authorisations in Scotland. They bring together the processes for authorising, enforcing, and managing activities that may impact the environment, including:

  • Water activities
  • Waste activities
  • Industrial activities
  • Radioactive substances
  • Pollution prevention and control

Types of authorisation

Find out about the types of authorisation under EASR.

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Who can hold an authorisation

Who can hold an authorisation under EASR, including Fit and Proper Person tests

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Public participation

Find out about participation in public consultations on authorisations.

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Charging information

Read about SEPA charging schemes and how to make a payment.

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Search the public register

Search for an authorisation document that you or someone else holds.

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