Circular Economy (Waste Reduction and Recycling) Act 2021
9Principle of equity
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9 Principle of equity
(1) All people are entitled to equitable access to waste, recycling or resource recovery services and the benefits of a circular economy irrespective of their personal attributes, socio-economic status or location.
(2) People should not be disproportionately affected by disruption, or risks of disruption, to waste, recycling or resource recovery services and any associated harm to human health and the environment.
(3) The present generation should ensure that the state of the environment is maintained or enhanced so as to not compromise the ability of future generations to meet their needs.