WEEE Regulations 2013: a plain-English summary
The WEEE Regulations 2013 in plain English — what they cover, the key duties, and where DWTS now fits.
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2013 govern how electrical waste — including IT — must be collected, treated and reported in the UK. Here’s the summary that matters for operators.
What they cover
The regulations set out how electrical and electronic equipment must be handled at end of life: proper treatment, recovery and recycling targets, and reporting of the tonnages involved by category.
Key duties for operators
- Route WEEE through approved treatment (AATFs) and recovery.
- Meet duty of care and keep movement records.
- Ensure evidence notes are issued for treated tonnage.
- Report accurately by WEEE category.
Where DWTS fits now
WEEE duties under the 2013 regulations are unchanged, but from October 2026 the movement record moves to the Digital Waste Tracking Service. You’ll produce DWTS records and WEEE evidence together.
Frequently asked questions
What do the WEEE Regulations 2013 require?
Proper treatment, recovery and recycling of electrical waste through approved routes, with duty of care and accurate reporting by category.
Do the WEEE regulations change under DWTS?
The WEEE duties don’t change; from October 2026 the movement record becomes the mandatory Digital Waste Tracking Service record.
What is a WEEE evidence note?
Confirmation from an approved treatment facility of the tonnage and category of WEEE recovered.
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