Open Consultations and Information Pages

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  • Working Together 2024

    The Environment Agency coordinates the work to implement river basin management plans and leads the work to update them at the end of the 6 year planning cycle. The next update is due in 2027. We are starting this process knowing that the legislation that sets out how river basin planning and other aspects of the water management in England might change following the conclusion of the independent commission into the water sector. We know that whatever changes happen, we will still want to... More
    Opened 14 November 2024

  • Guidance on the requirements for authorisation and staged regulation for the disposal of solid radioactive waste

    Please note this consultation was retracted for a short period of time on 22 November and new questions were uploaded to the consultation. Our role The Environment Agency, Natural Resources Wales (NRW), Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) and Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA) are the independent environmental regulators for the radioactive waste disposal industry in the UK. We make sure that radioactive waste disposal facilities meet high standards of... More
    Opened 12 November 2024

  • Envar Facility Community Briefing Page

    Welcome to the Envar facility community briefing page. As the primary regulator of Envar composting facility, we publish this page to share information about the site, potential changes, and to outline some of our activities to keep the public informed. We aim to provide an update when we have new information regarding operations on site, or regarding applications to amend the permitted activities. Our Objective We are responsible... More
    Opened 19 September 2024

  • Information about Omega Proteins at Penrith

    This page provides easy access to information on our regulation of Omega Proteins, Penrith, Cumbria. We will keep this website updated with information on our investigations. We will also share any new community updates on this site. Please check back regularly for further information. This page was last updated on 14 August 2024. Reporting Odour We are continuing to receive complaints and reports of odour in the Penrith area, which we are investigating. We would... More
    Opened 14 August 2024

  • Information on Whinney Hill Landfill Site, Accrington, Lancashire

    We have created this page to provide easy access to information on Whinney Hill landfill site, Accrington, Lancashire. We are continuing to receive complaints and reports of pests and odour regarding Whinney Hill landfill site. We are encouraging residents in the community to continue to report the issues as this helps us to build up a picture of the extent and impact of the issues. You can report incidents to us 24 hours a day on 0800 807060 or by email at ... More
    Opened 8 August 2024

  • Gaywood River

    Where is the Gaywood River located? The Gaywood River is a short river, just 13km (8 miles) in length. It is an ordinary watercourse in North-West Norfolk, managed by King’s Lynn Internal Drainage Board (IDB). It rises from springs near Derby Fen before flowing westwards into the historic port of King’s Lynn, where it discharges into the Great Ouse (and subsequently into The Wash). Much of the river today has been channelled into a series of deep, straight drains, with... More
    Opened 5 August 2024

  • Sheeps Green Bathing Waters

    Bathing water designation Bathing waters are designated at locations where an interest group or owner of a potential bathing water has applied to Defra and been successful in getting the water designated as a bathing water. That location will be tested by us during the bathing water season and given a classification. Designation does not necessarily mean that the site meets water quality standards or is safe to swim in. Bathing water season The Bathing Water... More
    Opened 26 July 2024

  • St Ives and Brownshill Staunch Sluices Information Page

    Updates- November 2024 Clarification on condition of both St Ives and Brownshill Staunch Sluices Moderation funding case for St Ives Staunch Sluice approved early September 2024 Reconditioning funding decision received for Brownshill Staunch Sluice. More details below The recent exceptionally wet winter, localised flooding and concerns about the condition of both the St Ives and the Brownshill Staunch sluices have prompted... More
    Opened 26 July 2024

  • Welcome to Whittlesey Quarry (Saxon Pit) Site Community Briefing

    Welcome to Whittlesey Quarry Site (Saxon Pit) community briefing page. As the primary regulator of three sites, Forterra, East Midlands and Johnsons, we publish this page to share information to the public about what we do and to outline some of our activities to keep the public informed. We aim to provide updates monthly. Our Objective We are responsible for granting or refusing environmental permits, setting the conditions, and... More
    Opened 19 July 2024

  • Skinningrove Flood Alleviation Scheme

    Introduction We are pleased to announce that we are moving forward with plans to reduce the risk of flooding from Skinningrove Beck. We currently close the flood gates at Stone Row Bridge when we expect high levels in the beck. Making the decision to close the gates and ensuring this happens in time to prevent flooding is difficult, due to the flashy and often unpredictable nature of the beck. Sometimes this uncertainty means the gates may close at short notice and for... More
    Opened 18 July 2024

  • Welcome to The Cherry Tree Pig Farm Information Page

    Welcome to community briefing page for Cherry Tree Pig Farm. Permit Number – UP3936RL Cherry Tree Farm, Stow Bedon, Attleborough, Norfolk, NR17 1BY has a permit from the Environment Agency (EA) under the Environment Permitting Regulations (EPR) 2016 for the rearing of production pigs. As the primary regulator of the farm, we publish this page to share information about the regulated operations on site and to outline some of our activities to keep the... More
    Opened 16 July 2024

  • Supporting Citizen Science

    Citizen science : ‘the collection of data and information by communities for scientific purposes’ can provide invaluable data and evidence about our water environment. Citizen science can be a fantastic way for us to work together by: supporting communities to connect to their local environment. bringing together local stakeholders and decision makers. enabling... More
    Opened 24 May 2024

  • Lower Idle Asset Management Scheme (LIAMS)

    Lower Idle Asset Management Scheme (LIAMS) West Stockwith Pumping Station (WSPS) The Lower Idle Asset Management Scheme (LIAMS) aims to provide a catchment-based approach to managing flood risk in the Lower Idle through interventions at West Stockwith Pumping Station (WSPS) and complementary risk management solutions. The LIAMS project focusses on the flood risk management of all flood risk assets in the Lower Idle.... More
    Opened 23 May 2024

  • Vale Brook, Chesham - Information Page

    Project Overview The Vale Brook river runs through the centre of Chesham. The river flows mostly underground in a series of buried tunnels (called culverts). Some sections of the culvert are now over 150 years old and they are in varying states of disrepair. View culvert map here The river is fed from groundwater and also the rainfall runoff from the roads via the highway drainage network. There is a risk of flooding from the river if blockages within the culvert... More
    Opened 13 May 2024

  • London Colney Property Flood Resilience

    We have created this information page to keep residents informed of current and future project developments in London Colney. We will be updating this page as the project progresses. Flood risk in London Colney What are the Environment Agency and Hertfordshire County Council proposing? What is Property Flood Resilience (PFR)? PFR grant eligibility How will the scheme work? Building your flood resilience Maintenance of Main Rivers ... More
    Opened 26 April 2024

  • Bassetlaw District Flood Risk Information Page

    Bassetlaw District Flood Risk Information Page Overview This page acts a central location for general information related to flooding in the district of Bassetlaw. This is a multi-agency site and will be updated regularly. Contents Latest updates Bassetlaw Map Extent Partners, Roles and Responsibilities Further Information Further Questions Latest Updates Following the Community Drop-in sessions in Worksop (14 March) and Retford... More
    Opened 3 April 2024

  • Worksop Flooding Information Page

    Worksop Flooding Information Page Overview This page acts a specific information page for information on flooding and action taking place in Worksop and the surrounding area. This is a multi-agency site and will be updated regularly. Contents Flooding History Scheme History Latest updates Worksop Map Extent General Bassetlaw Information Pages Further Questions Flooding History Worksop has a history of flooding events in... More
    Opened 3 April 2024

  • Colwyn Road Flood Alleviation Scheme

    Introduction The Burn Valley Beck drains agricultural land to the West of Hartlepool, before flowing Northeast through the residential areas of West Park, passing through a series of trash screens and culverts. The Beck them turns East to flow through Burn Valley Gardens, and a series of trash screens, before discharging into the combined sewer system. Map of the Burn Valley Beck from West Park to Stranton Reviewing the approach to flood risk ... More
    Opened 28 March 2024

  • Bellhouse Landfill Site

    Welcome to the Bellhouse Community Briefing Page We have created this page to provide easy access to information on Bellhouse Landfill Site. Bellhouse Landfill Site is run by the operator Enovert South Limited, under permit reference EPR/NP3736DS. Since November 2023, we have recorded an increased number of reports of odour from Bellhouse Landfill Site off Warren Lane, Colchester, CO3 0NN. We will keep the community up to... More
    Opened 28 March 2024

  • Granville Woodhouse Landfill Information Page

    Page created 26 March 2024. Last updated 6 November 2024. We are sorry to hear that residents have been experiencing problems with odour in the local area. Please be assured that we are working with the operator, Potters (Midlands) Ltd , to resolve these issues. Thank you for visiting our information page.  Background Granville Woodhouse Landfill (also known as Redhill Landfill) has been operational at this location... More
    Opened 26 March 2024

  • Information on Jameson Road Landfill Site, Fleetwood, Lancashire

    We have created this page to provide easy access to information on Jameson Road Landfill Site, Fleetwood, Lancashire. We will keep the community up to date with any developments on our response to the increased reports and will share any new updates here. Please check back regularly for further information - this page was last updated on 17 January Community updates: Latest update: 17 January 2025 Previous Updates: Update - 1 November... More
    Opened 12 March 2024

  • Be Flood Prepared: Respond and Recover Quicker

    Introduction Prepare: take control and be ready Respond: know what to do Recover: protect your personal and financial wellbeing Cleaning and repairs: getting back to normal Introduction This page is for residents and business owners at flood risk. You will find information on preparing for flooding, such as our free Flood Warning Service. We also provide practical advice on responding to flood alerts and warnings. These steps will increase your flood... More
    Opened 7 March 2024

  • Information on Pilsworth South Landfill, Pilsworth Road, Unsworth, Bury BL9 8QZ

    Overview We have created this page to provide easy access to information on Pilsworth South Landfill Site. Since November 2023 until mid-2024 we had recorded an increased number of reports of odour from Pilsworth South Landfill site. We will keep the community up to date with any developments on our response to the increased reports and will share any new updates here. Please check back regularly for further information. ... More
    Opened 1 March 2024

  • Aycliffe Quarry Landfill Site, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham

    We have created this page for the public to have easy access to information on Aycliffe Quarry Landfill Site. This information includes air quality monitoring data results. The Environment Agency chairs a multi-agency group that has been set up in response to the odours coming from Aycliffe Quarry Landfill Site. The other members of the group are UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), Darlington Borough Council and Durham County Council. The Environment Agency's role is to regulate... More
    Opened 16 February 2024

  • Guildford Flood Alleviation Scheme

    Introduction The Environment Agency, Guildford Borough Council, and Surrey County Council are working together to find a sustainable flood risk management scheme for Guildford town centre. The scheme will: improve the natural environment build better connections between Guildford town centre and the River Wey Guildford has a long history of flooding from the... More
    Opened 2 February 2024

  • Maidenhead Windsor and Eton Flood Alleviation Scheme

    The Maidenhead, Windsor and Eton Flood Alleviation Scheme The Maidenhead, Windsor and Eton Flood Alleviation Scheme is made up of a combination of different elements in to reduce flood risk in the area. These include Cookham - flood walls, flood gates and earth embankments North Maidenhead - flood walls and an earth embankment The Jubilee Flood Relief Channel These were designed to work together to reduce the risk of flooding to approximately 3,000... More
    Opened 1 February 2024

  • Buckden Landfill Site

    Welcome to Buckden Landfill Site community briefing page. As the primary regulator of Buckden Landfill, we publish this page to share information about the landfill site and to outline some of our activities to keep the public informed. We aim to provide updates monthly. Our Role Our role as an environmental regulator is to work with people and businesses. We provide advice and guidance and help them do the right thing for people... More
    Opened 25 January 2024

  • Heacham bathing waters

    Bathing water designation Bathing waters are designated at locations where an interest group or owner of a potential bathing water has applied to Defra and been successful in getting the water designated as a bathing water. That location will be tested by us during the bathing water season and given a classification. Designation does not necessarily mean that the site meets water quality standards or is safe to swim in. Bathing water season The Bathing Water... More
    Opened 15 January 2024

  • Peckfield Landfill Site

    Introduction to Peckfield Landfill Site This page has been created to provide further information around our regulation work at Peckfield Landfill Site, Micklefield, operated by Caird Peckfield Limited (CPL). We are aware of the ongoing landfill gas odours currently being experienced by residents of Micklefield and surrounding villages and appreciate that this must be a frustrating and unpleasant situation. Update 5 December 2024 Since the last update (30th October... More
    Opened 22 December 2023

  • Bletchley Landfill Site

    Welcome to Bletchley Landfill Site community briefing page As the primary regulator of Bletchley Landfill, we publish this page to share information about the landfill site and to outline some of our activities to keep the public informed. We aim to provide updates every 6-8 weeks. Our Objective We are responsible for granting or refusing environmental permits, setting the conditions, and making sure that permit holders comply... More
    Opened 13 December 2023
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