Regulated Chemicals

Pesticides are some of the most thoroughly regulated chemicals in the world. Legislation and codes of practice cover all aspects of their manufacture, sale, supply and use. For further information on the responsible use of pesticides, please go to www.voluntaryinitiative.org.uk

Use the links below to find out more:

Pesticides - Specific Legislation.
Pesticides Safety Directorate:- www.pesticides.gov.uk/approvals.asp?id=512#legislation

Environmental Protection
Defra:- http://www.defra.gov.uk/foodfarm/index.htm

Guidance on Pesticide Legislation
NetRegs: http://www.defra.gov.uk/environment/quality/chemicals/

Health and Safety (COMAH, REACH, CHIP, COSHH)
Health and Safety Executive:- www.hse.gov.uk/legislation/index.htm

Food Safety
Food Standards Agency:- www.food.gov.uk/foodindustry/regulation/

Transport
Department for Transport:- www.dft.gov.uk

Disposal of Waste
Defra:- http://www.defra.gov.uk/environment/waste/

Illegal Imports

The global trade in illegal pesticides is growing - endangering agriculture, human health, the environment and the economy. For more advice on illegal imports and what to look out for, please visit the ECPA website: -   www.illegalpesticides.eu

All Party Parliamentary Group on Science and Technology provides a forum for parliamentarians and other interested bodies to debate and highlight the value of science and technology in agriculture. For further information visit the website www.appg-agscience.org.uk

BBC Gardening Programme - The effects of using pesticides: http://www.bbc.co.uk/gardening/today_in_your_garden/ethical_chemicals.shtml