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Lower Otter Restoration Project gives flood free access to local community

Lower Otter Restoration Project gives flood free access to local community

Tuesday, 07 March 2023

New South Farm Road and road bridge is open for use....

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Interactive preventing plastic pollution signs go live in Plymouth

Interactive preventing plastic pollution signs go live in Plymouth

Thursday, 02 March 2023

The Environment Agency is on a mission to tackle plastic pollution with the launch of interactive 'Source to Sea' posters across Plymouth....

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Choppy waters for Thames river boat owner

Choppy waters for Thames river boat owner

Wednesday, 01 March 2023

Hefty fine issued for failure to register Abingdon vessel...

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Environment Agency launches new Flood Warning Services

Environment Agency launches new Flood Warning Services

Wednesday, 01 March 2023

More home owners in the East Midlands will receive warnings of the risk of flooding....

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Thames Water fined £2m for “foreseeable and avoidable” pollution

Thames Water fined £2m for “foreseeable and avoidable” pollution

Tuesday, 28 February 2023

Oxfordshire water contamination "reckless failure" - judge...

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How To Get An Organisation To Net Zero: News You Can Use

How To Get An Organisation To Net Zero: News You Can Use

Tuesday, 28 February 2023

Sir James Bevan addresses business leaders at Chapter Zero, sharing more lessons and insight to help organisations progress toward Net Zero. ...

New kit as Jubilee flood relief channel approaches 21st year

New kit as Jubilee flood relief channel approaches 21st year

Monday, 27 February 2023

Channel helps protect 3,200 properties in Maidenhead, Windsor, Eton and Cookham should the River Thames flood...

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Great Yeldham and Braintree to receive new flood warning service

Great Yeldham and Braintree to receive new flood warning service

Thursday, 23 February 2023

The Environment Agency has launched 2 new flood warning services area in Essex: 1 in Great Yeldham and an extended service in Braintree. ...

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More facts not assertions needed on water, says EA Chief Executive

More facts not assertions needed on water, says EA Chief Executive

Tuesday, 21 February 2023

In his final speech on water, Sir James Bevan reflects on the debate around water quality over his seven years as Chief Executive....

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Reflections on water: the good, the bad and the future

Reflections on water: the good, the bad and the future

Tuesday, 21 February 2023

In his final speech on water, Sir James Bevan reflects on the debate around water quality over his seven years as Environment Agency Chief Executive....

Shingle moved to improve flood protection in East Sussex

Shingle moved to improve flood protection in East Sussex

Tuesday, 21 February 2023

Sea defence protects 459 properties in Newhaven and Seaford - second phase of beach recycling underway....

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Three anglers land penalties of over £600 for fishing without a licence

Three anglers land penalties of over £600 for fishing without a licence

Monday, 20 February 2023

Fisheries enforcement officers clamp down on illegal angling to protect fish stocks and make fishing sustainable....

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Two Solihull companies make charity payments for their recycling failure

Two Solihull companies make charity payments for their recycling failure

Friday, 17 February 2023

Enforcement Undertaking accepted to address breaches of environmental legislation? ...

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Thousands of trees to be planted at flood defence project in East Hull

Thousands of trees to be planted at flood defence project in East Hull

Thursday, 16 February 2023

Seven hectares of woodland and over 5km of hedgerow to be created as part of a large ‘aquagreen’ project that will store floodwater and reduce flood r...

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Environment Agency welcomes approval of its planning application to protect Beales Corner in Bewdley, Worcestershire from flooding

Environment Agency welcomes approval of its planning application to protect Beales Corner in Bewdley, Worcestershire from flooding

Wednesday, 15 February 2023

Wyre Forest District Council’s planning committee have voted to approve a flood risk management scheme to better protect homes and businesses. ...

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Fish go further and faster up the River Aire thanks to new passes

Fish go further and faster up the River Aire thanks to new passes

Tuesday, 14 February 2023

New study of weirs and fish passes in the River Aire in Leeds has revealed a huge boost for fish flow with species going faster and further along the ...

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Greatham community invited to hear plans to restore parts of Greatham Marsh

Greatham community invited to hear plans to restore parts of Greatham Marsh

Tuesday, 14 February 2023

Project at Greatham Beck will improve the area’s resilience to the changing climate and provide a richer environment for residents and nature. ...

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One hot, dry spell away from drought returning this summer, National Drought Group warns

One hot, dry spell away from drought returning this summer, National Drought Group warns

Friday, 10 February 2023

The Environment Agency and National Drought Group members continue to take action to reduce risks, improve water supplies and protect the environment....

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Work starts on flood embankment for Worcestershire village

Work starts on flood embankment for Worcestershire village

Friday, 10 February 2023

Severn Stoke has flooded several times in recent years, including this January. £1.8 million scheme will better protect 18 properties....

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Working ‘eel y’ hard this winter to keep Kent rivers flowing

Working ‘eel y’ hard this winter to keep Kent rivers flowing

Friday, 10 February 2023

Winter flood maintenance encourages wildlife and biodiversity into rivers and streams. Widespread eels important indicator of healthy waterways...

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Environment Agency better protecting Nottinghamshire homes

Environment Agency better protecting Nottinghamshire homes

Friday, 03 February 2023

£293,600 scheme fits flood doors, barriers and self-closing air bricks to better protect 21 homes in Trowell from devastation of flooding...

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Environment Agency publishes guidance on production of ‘blue’ hydrogen

Environment Agency publishes guidance on production of ‘blue’ hydrogen

Friday, 03 February 2023

New guidance outlines emerging techniques for ‘blue’ hydrogen production...

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Have your say on proposed change to permit conditions at Hinkley Point C

Have your say on proposed change to permit conditions at Hinkley Point C

Friday, 03 February 2023

The Environment Agency has launched a five-week consultation on a proposed change to discharge sea water and fish at Hinkley Point C nuclear power sta...

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New wetland habitat thriving in Buckinghamshire

New wetland habitat thriving in Buckinghamshire

Thursday, 02 February 2023

The environmental successes of Eythrope partnership project celebrated on World Wetlands Day....

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Communities mark 70th anniversary of East Coast Tidal Surge

Communities mark 70th anniversary of East Coast Tidal Surge

Tuesday, 31 January 2023

Commemorative activities will mark the milestone anniversary of the tragic event which saw 307 lives lost in England and more than 2,500 across Europe...

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Three anglers receive penalties for fishing without a rod licence

Three anglers receive penalties for fishing without a rod licence

Tuesday, 31 January 2023

Fishing without a licence last summer has cost 3 men total penalties of £1,275....

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East Kent chalk stream thrives again after restoration project

East Kent chalk stream thrives again after restoration project

Monday, 30 January 2023

Environment Agency funding sees eels, bullheads and brook lamprey back in England's rainforest....

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Northumberland man fined for using illegal fish net

Northumberland man fined for using illegal fish net

Monday, 30 January 2023

A man has been ordered to pay £421 for fishing illegally with a gill net. The Environment Agency fisheries enforcement team witnessed Paul Common pull...

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Teesside country park project to bring boost for wildlife

Teesside country park project to bring boost for wildlife

Friday, 27 January 2023

Plans for a £1million project to restore wetland habitat, open up the river for fish and improve access at a Teesside country park will be on display ...

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Artificial habitats to bring water quality benefits at Whitby

Artificial habitats to bring water quality benefits at Whitby

Thursday, 26 January 2023

The Environment Agency is working together with partners at Groundwork North East & Cumbria and Yorkshire Wildlife Trust on the pilot project. ...

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