Provisions for legally binding targets in the Environment Bill have been welcomed by the UK Green Building council (UKGBC).

The provisions cover waste reduction, biodiversity recovery and air and water quality. A wide range of UKGBC businesses called for the targets in a letter sent to the Chancellor back in March.

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The Bill also includes reporting and monitoring frameworks, to ensure progress is monitored and delivered. This includes new duties and powers for local authorities, notably on air quality.

Philip Box, Policy & Project Coordinator at UKGBC, said: "We are encouraged by the provisions for legally binding targets unveiled today. Leading UKGBC businesses from across the property and construction sector have long recognised the need for these in driving environmental improvements."