Managing aggregates supply in England: a review of the current system and future options

Open Report OR/08/042

This report, prepared by the BGS in conjunction with a team of leading consultants under the DCLG–BGS Joint Minerals Information Programme, is an in–depth examination of the national managed aggregates supply system in England. The study assesses the strengths and weaknesses of the current system, as well as analysing the costs associated with its operation. It also compares existing practice with some alternative approaches and concludes with a series of recommendations aimed at improving the current system.

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