Written Question · S6W-28024 · Session 6
Whether it will consider introducing a toxics use reduction strategy.
The question
To ask the Scottish Government whether it will consider introducing a toxics use reduction strategy.
The answer
Toxics use reduction as a concept is already well embedded in the regulatory system on chemicals safety in Great Britain. This system includes UK REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and restriction of Chemicals) regulation, part of the post-brexit chemicals regulatory framework we inherited from the EU. It includes specific provisions to prevent the use of harmful substances, ensure mitigations are in place to reduce exposure from such chemicals where their use is essential, and reduce risks associated with chemical use more generally.
In the Official Report
No contribution in the Official Report cites S6W-28024 by reference.