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REACHReady newsAll About PFAS
Welcome to this special newsletter edition, bringing you the latest developments, reports, and policy updates on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known as ‘forever chemicals’. With mounting public concern and growing regulatory focus across the UK and Europe, staying informed has never been more essential.
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REACHReady newsUK REACH registration deadlines’ extension consultation response
On 22 December 2025, Defra published its response to the consultation on the UK REACH registration deadlines’ extension for transitional substances.
The formal decision of Defra is to stick with their preferred option, Option 1, which will extend the deadlines to October 2029, October 2030, and October 2031 respectively. This only leaves a 1-year gap between deadlines. click here to read. -
REACHReady newsDefra Publishes a Revised Environmental Improvement Plan 2025
The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has published their revised Environmental Improvement Plan (EIP) 2025. The full document is now available to the public and can be accessed via this link: Environmental Improvement Plan 2025 - GOV.UK The EIP sets out ten goals for driving forward environmental improvements across the UK. Notably, Goal 4 focuses on Chemicals and Pesticides, addressing key issues as part of Chapter 2 on ‘Environmental Quality’ - commitments and actions for this goal are outlined on pages 58-63 of the Plan.
