Commission urges FRANCE to comply with EU waste legislation
The Commission is urging France to live up to its obligations under EU law by adopting and revising its waste management plans for the whole of its territory, in line with the objectives of EU waste legislation (Directive 2008/98/EC) and the circular economy. Such plans are intended to reduce the impact of waste on human health and the environment, and to improve resource efficiency across the EU. France has adopted waste management plans for certain parts of its territory only. It has also failed to ensure that the existing waste management plans are evaluated and, if necessary, revised at least every six years. The Commission is, therefore, sending a reasoned opinion. If France fails to act within two months, it may be referred to the Court of Justice of the EU.
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