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Change to storage of radioactive waste granted for Hinkley Point C

Change to storage of radioactive waste granted for Hinkley Point C

Thursday, 06 October 2022

The Environment Agency has today agreed to changes to the environmental permit for Hinkley Point C nuclear power station near Bridgwater....

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Promoting Adaptation to Changing Coasts project to hold webinars

Promoting Adaptation to Changing Coasts project to hold webinars

Wednesday, 05 October 2022

Join the discussion on climate change resilience, socio-economics and adapting to changing coastlines by registering for PACCo’s 2 informative webinar...

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Have your say on future of Thames Estuary flood risk

Have your say on future of Thames Estuary flood risk

Monday, 03 October 2022

Views sought on updated plans to boost flood resilience in face of climate change....

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National Drought Group agrees further action to tackle drought through winter

National Drought Group agrees further action to tackle drought through winter

Wednesday, 28 September 2022

Group remarks that careful and proactive management of water resources is needed throughout the winter to reduce the risk of drought next year....

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Multi million pound Stokesley flood scheme is complete

Multi million pound Stokesley flood scheme is complete

Wednesday, 28 September 2022

An Environment Agency flood scheme, which will better protect more than 509 homes and businesses from flooding this winter, is officially complete. ...

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Huge crane in Matlock named as project reaches one third completion

Huge crane in Matlock named as project reaches one third completion

Wednesday, 28 September 2022

Name of Matlock’s latest landmark - a huge 800-tonne crane - unveiled at naming ceremony on Wednesday 28 September....

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Environment Agency crushes tipper truck in waste crime probe

Environment Agency crushes tipper truck in waste crime probe

Tuesday, 27 September 2022

A van linked to waste dumped illegally across London has been seized and crushed by the Environment Agency....

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Environment Agency continues crucial work to protect fisheries amidst summer like no other

Environment Agency continues crucial work to protect fisheries amidst summer like no other

Tuesday, 27 September 2022

This summer was an unprecedented time for EA officers protecting rivers and fisheries across England amidst extreme weather and continuous hot tempera...

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Permit variation granted for South London waste facility

Permit variation granted for South London waste facility

Monday, 26 September 2022

Revised permit allows for increase in energy generation....

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Court issues Restriction Order over land near Norfolk village

Court issues Restriction Order over land near Norfolk village

Monday, 26 September 2022

A Restriction Order has been issued to prohibit access to and the bringing in of waste into a set area of land in Clenchwarton....

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North East ‘Ark’ sites are safe haven for endangered crayfish

North East ‘Ark’ sites are safe haven for endangered crayfish

Tuesday, 20 September 2022

The Environment Agency and Northumberland Rivers Trust have relocated hundreds of native crayfish to six refuge sites in North Northumberland. ...

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Devon fly tipper who failed to clear waste in court for contempt

Devon fly tipper who failed to clear waste in court for contempt

Tuesday, 20 September 2022

Fly-tipper Vitor Da Silva has been fined after he failed to clear illegally dumped waste from a field in Daccombe near Newton Abbot....

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Catch! Portsmouth fisherman netted without licence

Catch! Portsmouth fisherman netted without licence

Thursday, 08 September 2022

Fine and costs dwarf price of staying legal on lake....

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The future for environmental regulation and opportunities for the UK to lead internationally

The future for environmental regulation and opportunities for the UK to lead internationally

Wednesday, 07 September 2022

Speech by Jo Nettleton, Chief Scientist, Environment Agency, 7 September, Westminster Energy, Environment and Transport Forum...

Darlington man prosecuted for waste offences

Darlington man prosecuted for waste offences

Monday, 05 September 2022

A Darlington man has been given a two-year community order to incorporate 20 rehabilitation activity days and 300 hours unpaid work after magistrates ...

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New footbridge and cricket club lead next step of restoration at Lower Otter

New footbridge and cricket club lead next step of restoration at Lower Otter

Monday, 05 September 2022

Next phase of Lower Otter Restoration Project begins at the south of the site this month, with a series of access improvements to take place over the...

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Help protect communities across Yorkshire from flooding

Help protect communities across Yorkshire from flooding

Friday, 02 September 2022

The Environment Agency is looking for three new independent members to join a committee that plays a vital part in shaping local flood and coastal man...

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50 first dates for Salisbury's most eligible water voles

50 first dates for Salisbury's most eligible water voles

Thursday, 01 September 2022

A colony of water voles moved from Salisbury to Ringwood has just had a population boom with 50 new males and females moving in to make the population...

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Almost £5million investment brings boost to Yorkshire environment

Almost £5million investment brings boost to Yorkshire environment

Thursday, 01 September 2022

More than 82 hectares of habitat has been created or improved in the past year as part of the Environment Agency’s programme of improvements across Yo...

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Multi million pound investment brings environmental improvements

Multi million pound investment brings environmental improvements

Wednesday, 31 August 2022

The Environment Agency has worked together with partners to invest almost £3m in environmental improvements in the North East over the past year. ...

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All of England’s South West region now in drought

All of England’s South West region now in drought

Tuesday, 30 August 2022

Bristol, Somerset, Dorset, south Gloucestershire and parts of Wiltshire have now moved to drought status....

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Sutton Harbour maintenance rescheduled for 2023

Sutton Harbour maintenance rescheduled for 2023

Friday, 26 August 2022

Essential work to repair Sutton Harbour lock gates for mid-September 2022 to April 2023 will be rescheduled following feedback from engagement meeting...

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‘Swimfo’ helps people choose where and when to swim

‘Swimfo’ helps people choose where and when to swim

Thursday, 25 August 2022

Devon and Cornwall’s coastline is being enjoyed by millions of holidaymakers and local residents alike this summer....

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National Drought Group agrees further steps to manage drought now and in the long term

National Drought Group agrees further steps to manage drought now and in the long term

Tuesday, 23 August 2022

The group agreed further action to manage the current drought and work to reduce the risk of drought next year....

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Two men given suspended prison sentences after social media posts brag about illegal salmon and sea trout fishing

Two men given suspended prison sentences after social media posts brag about illegal salmon and sea trout fishing

Tuesday, 16 August 2022

As part of a joint investigation with Northumbria Police, the offenders were found guilty of using unlicensed nets. ...

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Environment Agency taking action in dry weather ?

Environment Agency taking action in dry weather ?

Friday, 12 August 2022

The Environment Agency is taking action to protect wildlife and the environment while the North East is experiencing prolonged dry weather.???...

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Yorkshire drought order application approved

Yorkshire drought order application approved

Friday, 12 August 2022

An Environment Agency move to prevent a Yorkshire reservoir from drying up has been approved....

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Ex company director from Solihull to pay £11,200 for exporting banned waste

Ex company director from Solihull to pay £11,200 for exporting banned waste

Thursday, 11 August 2022

Investigation by Environment Agency ends in prosecution of ex-company director....

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Giant crane now in place to help reinstate flood defences

Giant crane now in place to help reinstate flood defences

Monday, 08 August 2022

A huge 800-tonne crane is now in situ near Matlock Bridge to help the Environment Agency reinstate the town’s flood defences....

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Work to repair damaged flood defence in Sprotbrough starts

Work to repair damaged flood defence in Sprotbrough starts

Monday, 08 August 2022

Works are expected to last approximately 8 weeks and will help reduce the risk of flooding to the local area once completed. ...

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