The Americans accept that compliance is crucial, but reject financial penalties.

ECONOMIST: Hotting up in The Hague

Mr Double said responsible business owners had to "accept the costs" and said he would welcome the idea of an increase in the penalties for illegal waste disposal.

BBC: Imerys land

Expect tougher penalties for bad appraisals and bad appraisers, and accreditation standards for those charities authorized to accept and hold easements.

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