Minerals Policy Guidance Notes 15 Provision of silica sand in England
Publication Year
1996
Document Status
Withdrawn
Abstract
Provides advice to ensure that there is an adequate and steady supply of silica sand for the industries which require it, and at the same time emphasises that supply must be maintained at the best balance of social environmental and economic cost, whilst ensuring that extraction and development are consistent with the principles of sustainable development. It encourages efforts to recycle, to reduce the impact of extraction on the environment.
Document History
Supersedes DOE Circular 24/85. This circular is also known as Welsh Office Circular 58/85 which remains in force. Superseded by National planning policy framework (DCLG, 2012).
ISBN
9780117533202
Publisher Information
Department of the Environment
The Department of the Environment merged with the Department of Transport to form the Department of the Environment, Transport and the Regions. This organisation has since combined with others to form the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
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