Environmental Law

This book presents a clear and comprehensive overview of the legal/regulatory framework in the UK so that controls over the environment can be seen as a whole and in context. The emphasis throughout is on explaining the law clearly and concisely. Extracts from relevant statutes are incorporated into the text, with accompanying discussion of the major cases. Legislation seeking to control noise, waste disposal and pollution,has significant repercussions for business. This book describes and analyses the law against this business background and so is suitable for business students seeking a general explanation and commentary on nvironmental law, including those studying management and environmental science. Practitioners may also find it a convenient first source of reference.