Legend image: Sending toxic waste abroad is illegal under international law
Brazil returns hazardous UK waste
Sending toxic waste abroad is illegal under international law Around 1,500 tons of hazardous waste which arrived in Brazil from the UK labelled as recyclable plastic is on its way back, authorities have said.
The Brazilian Institute of Environment and Renewable Natural Resources said the cargo included used syringes, condoms and dirty nappies.
Three British men have been arrested over alleged illegal shipments.
Officers from the Environment Agency and Wiltshire Police raided three properties in Swindon in July.
Three British men have been arrested over alleged illegal shipments.
Officers from the Environment Agency and Wiltshire Police raided three properties in Swindon in July.
Three men, aged 24, 28 and 49, were bailed until the end of October
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