It is clear from the review of key drivers that waste management in Northern Ireland is at a watershed, with the significant impact of legislation and policy changes leading to a continually accelerating pace of change. In this context, the need for flexibility in the formulation of any waste strategies is further reinforced.

In addition, as the SWaMP region borders and therefore could potentially interact, with both inter region and cross border waste management groups, areas of mutual interest will be identified and potential opportunities for the inter region and cross border movement of wastes will be established.