PART 2PRODUCER OBLIGATIONS: PORTABLE BATTERIES
Charges in relation to small producers14
1
Notwithstanding the power to make a charging scheme under section 41 of the Environment Act 1995, the Environment Agency and SEPA may impose a charge in accordance with paragraph (2) until—
a
that charge is superseded by such a charging scheme; or
b
1st April 2013,
whichever is the earlier.
2
The charge referred to in paragraph (1) is, annually £30 in respect of any administrative costs incurred in the exercise of functions connected with—
a
registration of small producers (including amending the register maintained under regulation 76);
b
monitoring the compliance of small producers with their obligations under this Part;
c
monitoring the accuracy of information provided by small producers under regulation 13;
d
publishing information in relation to small producers under regulation 81.