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ECHA Receives New Scientific Role Under Revised EU Water Protection Framework
ECHA Receives New Scientific Role Under Revised EU Water Protection Framework

On 11 May 2026, the revised EU water protection framework came into force, granting the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) new scientific responsibilities concerning the identification and assessment of chemical pollutants in...

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EU Circulates Draft REACH Restriction on Lead in Certain Fishing Tackle
EU Circulates Draft REACH Restriction on Lead in Certain Fishing Tackle

On 12 May 2026, a draft Commission Regulation to restrict lead in certain types of fishing tackle under REACH was circulated through the Council register. This proposal would amend Annex XVII...

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