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<p>Defra has not undertaken an assessment of the effects of disposing of flue dust
from steelworks on the environment. Impacts of direct releases to the environment
from steel production are assessed on a site-specific basis during determination of
applications for environmental permits. Wastes produced from flue gas abatement are
disposed of through many different disposal or recovery routes. Assessment of any
environmental impact of these waste operations is also done on a site-specific basis.</p><p>
</p><p>Flue dust produced from steelworks will be hazardous waste to be treated and
disposed of at a permitted hazardous waste disposal facility. Those who produce or
handle hazardous waste have a duty to ensure that the waste causes no harm or damage.
Waste producers have specific responsibilities known as 'duty of care'. Those who
produce, store, collect transport or receive waste for recycling or disposal must
also meet extra requirements, which are described on the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/dispose-hazardous-waste"
target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>.</p>
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