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Steel slag use in construction soon to require permit: State Secretary Annet Bertram working on ‘no unless’ ban

Steel slag use in construction soon to require permit: State Secretary Annet Bertram working on ‘no unless’ ban

State Secretary Annet Bertram is developing new regulations for the use of steel slag in construction, effectively introducing a "No/unless" ban. Under these rules, a permit will only be granted if the use is proven safe for humans and the environment, including applications in water.

Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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