EU and UK Legislation Landscape
This document provides an overview of the legislation and policies affecting the European Union and the United Kingdom in relation to sustainability, circular economy, and environmental impact. It covers key legal frameworks, timelines, and mandatory regulations across various sectors including raw materials, processing, wastewater management, plastics, packaging, and social impact.
Last updated: 05/12/2023
Introduction
The document outlines key European legislation relevant to fashion, textiles, and sustainability, providing a timeline of implementation and highlighting mandatory laws versus non-legislative policies. It aims to inform industry stakeholders, brands, and policymakers about upcoming regulatory changes and their implications.
Key terms:
- Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation
- Waste Framework Directive
- Extended Producer Responsibility
- Green Public Procurement
- Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive
- Deforestation-Free Products
- Taxonomy Regulation
- Microplastics Regulation
- Circular Economy Action Plan
- Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism
Contents
European Union Legislation
- Executive Summary
- Overarching Legislation and Timeline
- Raw Materials
- Processing
- Wastewater
- Plastics & Packaging
- End of Use
- Transparency & Traceability
- Social Impact
- Circular Business Models
United Kingdom Legislation
- Executive Summary
- Overarching Legislation and Timeline
- Raw Materials
- Processing
- Wastewater
- Plastics & Packaging
- End of Use
- Transparency & Traceability
- Social Impact
- Circular Business Models
