皇冠体育app Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012: PIR - green-rated
Regulatory Policy Committee opinion on DEFRA鈥檚 second post-implementation review of the regulations
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皇冠体育app demonstrates the objectives of reducing hazardous substance use and facilitating a circular economy remain valid, and the regulations have been successful. Areas for improvement are also identified, particularly for the exemptions process, coherence with other legislation, and facilitation of reuse and spare parts. 皇冠体育app Department鈥檚 recommendation to amend the regulations to address these issues is supported by evidence.
皇冠体育app evidence presented provides a reasonable assessment of the effectiveness and continuing relevance of the RoHS regulations. 皇冠体育app analysis draws on a range of sources, including industry feedback, enforcement data, and the European Commission鈥檚 review of the RoHS Directive.
皇冠体育app PIR could be strengthened with detail on the amendments under consideration, estimating compliance costs particularly for SMEs, and outlining how the UK鈥檚 GB RoHS processes will be streamlined following feedback on duplication with EU requirements.