The polluter pays principle and its implementation in the UK and EC law

ENVIRONMENTAL LAW ENVIRONMENTAL LAW- ESSAY Discuss the following principle and its application within EU and UK law: "The polluter pays". 1.Introduction The polluter pays principle can be identified as one of the most significant principles that guide Environmental Law. Although it is complicated and sometimes diverse, it appears to be a main requirement for the regulation of pollution prevention and pollution control. However, many difficulties have risen in its application to both national and international …

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