Waste crime crackdown sees construction and asbestos firms targeted
Summary
The Environment Agency has carried out an 18-week enforcement campaign, Operation Unite, targeting firms involved in construction waste and asbestos. The article notes that Watford-based PB Donoghue Construction was among the companies inspected.
Why it matters
Surveyors may encounter sites, refurbishments and demolition-related works where waste handling and asbestos controls affect compliance and risk. The crackdown highlights increased regulatory attention on waste crime and asbestos management in the construction supply chain.
Key points
- Environment Agency launched Operation Unite in March
- Campaign focused on construction waste and asbestos firms
- PB Donoghue Construction in Watford was among those inspected
- Signals active enforcement around waste crime and asbestos handling
Organisations:
Environment Agency, PB Donoghue Construction, Construction News
Locations:
Watford
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