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Illegal Export of WEEE - update

A trial date has been set for 8 men involved in the illegal export of WEEE from the UK to Nigeria. It’s the latest stage of an investigation which commenced in August 2008.  The hearing is to take place on the 11^th March. The Agency has said with reference to the case: "The law is clear that broken electricals, including everyday items such as mobiles, smart phones, laptops and TVs, cannot be sent overseas for disposal. As well as precious metals such as gold, copper and aluminium, electrical waste can contain hazardous substances including mercury and lead that are harmful to people and the environment." At the hearing, a further three men present in the court were told to return to Havering Magistrates Court on February 23 under an ‘old style' committal procedure. This involves court papers being read out and the court deciding whether there is a case to answer at trial.