Implementation of Mining Waste Directive (2006/21/EC)

This procedure reviews the implementation of the EU's Mining Waste Directive (2006/21/EC). It assesses how member states are managing waste from mining activities to prevent environmental damage and ensure safe storage and disposal of potentially hazardous materials.

The focus is on the effectiveness of current regulations in protecting the environment and human health from the risks associated with mining waste, including issues of liability and the handling of toxic and radioactive substances.