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Why are citizens and NGOs not allowed to sue polluters directly?

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Why are citizens and NGOs not allowed to sue polluters directly?

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The directive is based on the premise that public authorities are “the guardian” of the environment as the environment is a public good. The directive therefore provides for, and regulates, the relationship between public authorities and potential or actual polluters.