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Nenthead Mine Water Treatment Scheme - FAQs
Here you will find answers to some of the frequently asked questions. If you have further questions or enquries please feel free to contact the project team via nent@coal.gov.uk Are there any alternative options to a mine water treatment scheme? We have considered a full range of potential treatment technologies including established and more experimental systems. Globally, the most commonly used technology to remove metals at active mines is chemical dosing to raise the... MoreOpened 31 December 2021 -
Nenthead Mine Water Treatment Scheme - How we selected the site
This section explains how we selected the Nenthead mine site as our preferred location for the mine water treatment ponds. This follows a lengthy assessment process where a large number of sites were considered. We consider several criteria when identifying a potential site for a treatment scheme. These can include engineering factors as well as the proximity to residential properties and the ecological or archaeological sensitivity of sites. For the Nenthead site, we have changed the... MoreOpened 31 December 2021 -
DT5 1PP, Powerfuel Portland Limited, EPR/AP3304SZ/A001: environmental permit consultation
Update - November 23 We requested additional information from the Applicant on 19 June 2023 to clarify the operational arrangements for the installation and the proposed arrangements for the storage, handling and removal of incinerator bottom ash (IBA). Including clarification of the proposals for using a barge (or similar vessel) to transport the IBA . The Applicant’s response was received on 22 June 2023. The response document has been added to the list below. Update... MoreClosed 22 September 2021 -
Boat registration charges proposals from 1 January 2022
We are consulting on a number of things in relation to boat registration: a proposed new charging framework to ensure a consistent charge scheme across all our waterways proposed annual increases in the charges for a 3 year period from 1 January 2022 proposed changes to the requirements for registration of business boats In addition, we would like your views on some future proposals that include: online boat registration ... MoreClosed 16 September 2021 -
Hoveton Great Broad - Minded to Consultation – 3 Temporary Fish Barriers, EPR/RB3557SW: Flood risk activity permit
Hoveton Great Broad - Minded to Consultation – 3 Temporary Fish Barriers, EPR/RB3557SW: Flood risk activity permit From 10 th March 2021 to 6 th April 2021 we invited you to comment on an application from Natural England for a Flood Risk Activity Permit, for the installation of temporary fish barriers at Hoveton Great Broad. We reviewed all application documents, all consultation responses from external parties and internal consultees, and have now reached a... MoreClosed 13 September 2021 -
River Idle
This information page provides an overview of the River Idle, its history, our current understanding and work, legislation, future work and investigations. Please use the Fact Banks below to find the sections relevant for you. Geography of the area The River Idle is a 30 mile long river in Nottinghamshire. It begins at the confluence of the River Maun and River Meden, near Markham Moor. From there, it flows north... MoreOpened 24 August 2021 -
Environmental permit competence requirements: changes to technically competent manager attendance
For operators demonstrating competence through the scheme run jointly by the Chartered Institution of Wastes Management (CIWM) and Waste Management Industry Training and Advisory Board (WAMITAB), we, the Environment Agency, require that sites have nominated technically competent manager(s) (TCMs) on site for a specified amount of time a week. This is called the attendance requirement. Operators who are applying for an environmental permit for a waste operation must be... MoreClosed 9 August 2021 -
PO30 3BT, U K Oil & Gas plc, AP3804LV/A001
UK Oil and Gas PLC applied to us for an environmental permit for a new well site to explore and appraise hydrocarbon minerals at Arreton on the Isle of Wight. We held a consultation to seek your views (which closed on 9 July 2021) and we were in the process of determining the application. https://consult.environment-agency.gov.uk/psc/po30-3bt-u-k-oil-gas-plc/ On 25 March 2022, we were notified by the applicant that they are withdrawing their application. Therefore we will no longer be... MoreClosed 9 July 2021 -
Oxford Flood Alleviation Scheme - Welcome
Page 1 – Welcome Page 2 – Background and benefits Page 3 – Updates and CPO Information Page 4 – Your Questions Introducing the Oxford Flood Alleviation Scheme What is the Oxford Flood Alleviation Scheme? The Oxford Flood Alleviation Scheme will create a new stream with wetland wildlife corridor to the west of Oxford to reduce flood risk in the city and surrounding areas. The scheme will reduce... MoreOpened 17 May 2021 -
Oxford Flood Alleviation Scheme - Your Questions
Page 1 – Welcome Page 2 – Background and benefits Page 3 – Updates and CPO Information Page 4 – Your Questions Your Questions Click on a topic below to be taken to that section. Environment and wildlife Recreation and public access Costs Construction Traffic Long term management and legacy Scheme d esign Flood risk Environment and wildlife How will the scheme increase... MoreOpened 17 May 2021 -
Oxford Flood Alleviation Scheme - Updates and CPO Information
Page 1 – Welcome Page 2 – Background and benefits Page 3 – Updates and CPO Information Page 4 – Your Questions Latest news Compulsory Purchase Order We have made our Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) for the Oxford Flood Alleviation Scheme. A CPO is a legal process that allows land, property and rights of access to be obtained from a landowner when there is a compelling case that the land is needed in the public interest and can... MoreOpened 17 May 2021 -
Hoveton Great Broad – 3 Temporary Fish Barriers, EPR/RB3557SW: Flood risk activity permit consultation
We are seeking your comments on a flood risk activity permit application received from Natural England for temporary fish barriers at the entrances between Hoveton Great Broad and the Main River Bure. Both Hoveton Great Broad and Hudson’s Bay require improvements to their ecological condition, despite improvement in the water quality of the adjoining River Bure. It is considered that the reason for the poor condition of the broads is high levels of nutrients bound up in the... MoreClosed 6 April 2021 -
Saltfleet to Gibraltar Point Strategy Enhancing the Lincolnshire Coast
The Environment Agency is working to reduce flood risk to 20,000 residential homes, 1,700 businesses, 24,500 static caravans, 35,000 hectares of farmland and a bustling tourist industry. The Lincolnshire coastal flood plain has a long history of flooding from the sea and many forms of defence are now in place including sand dunes, seawalls, rock/timber structures and beaches. Just over 45,000 people live within the Saltfleet to Gibraltar Point Strategy area and each... MoreOpened 11 March 2021 -
HP2 7UP, NTT GLOBAL DATA CENTERS EMEA UK LTD, EPR/BP3800PZ/A001: environmental permit consultation
We are seeking your comments on an environmental permit application received from NTT GLOBAL DATA CENTERS EMEA UK LTD for; Campus datacentre, Spring Way, Hemel Hempstead, HP2 7UP (31 generators – total of 124.52MWth) ; Centro datacentre, 3 Boundary Way, Hemel Hempstead HP2 7SU (4 generators – total of 9.96MWth); Maylands datacentre, 150 Maylands Avenue, Hemel Hempstead, HP2 7DF (14 generators – total of 59.76MWth); ... MoreClosed 22 February 2021 -
Severn Valley Water Management Scheme
Page created December 2020. Last updated 9 April 2024 Introduction The River Severn forms an integral part of life for those who live and work around it. It provides benefits and opportunities for wildlife, transport and recreation, as well as water for farming and community uses. However, those living near the River Severn will also know of the long history of flooding during periods of high rainfall. Conversely, during... MoreOpened 7 December 2020 -
Holderness Drain - Castlehill Aquagreen (Flood Storage) consultation
This consultation closed in 2020 and work on the scheme has come to an end, this site is no longer being updated. The Castlehill Aquagreen, is part of the £28 million Holderness Drain Flood Alleviation Scheme (FAS) which aims to reduce flood risk for homes and businesses in the Holderness Drain catchment. This is a partnership project, led by the Environment Agency and supported by Hull City Council, East Riding of Yorkshire Council, Highways England and the... MoreClosed 28 September 2020 -
Tenbury Wells Flood Risk Management Scheme
Page created 18 September 2020. Last updated 6 March 2024. Flooding in Tenbury Wells Tenbury Wells in Worcestershire is situated on the banks of the River Teme. A tributary, the Kyre Brook, also joins the River Teme in the town. Tenbury has suffered from extensive flooding to large parts of the town on several occasions, most recently in October 2023, February 2020 and in November 2019, when levels were just below those which occurred in 2007. The... MoreOpened 18 September 2020 -
DA1 4QX , Polihim-SS UK Limited, EPR/WE7802AA/A001: environmental permit consultation
We are seeking your comments on an environmental permit application received from Polihim-SS UK Limited for Unit 9 Optima Park Thames Road Crayford Dartford DA1 4QX We can take account of Relevant environmental regulatory requirements and technical standards. Information on local population and sensitive sites. Comments on whether the right process is being used for the activity, for example whether the technology... MoreClosed 14 September 2020 -
River Sowy & King's Sedgemoor Drain (KSD) Enhancements Scheme Phase 1: Environmental Statement Consultation
We are delivering the River Sowy and King’s Sedgemoor Drain (KSD) Enhancements Scheme, in the Somerset Levels and Moors near Bridgwater, on behalf of the Somerset Rivers Authority. Our objective is to increase the amount of water that can be held within the River Sowy and KSD systems. This will allow the rivers to store and transport greater amounts of flood water, reducing the duration and intensity of flooding in the area. We first consulted... MoreClosed 13 September 2020 -
Tadcaster Flood Alleviation Scheme (FAS) Information Page
We can't prevent flooding from rivers and streams entirely, but we can reduce the risk of flooding. By working with our partners and people who are at risk, we can minimise it’s effects and reduce the damage it causes. Welcome to the Tadcaster Flood Alleviation Scheme Information Page. We have created this page to share information and updates on the planned flood alleviation scheme for Tadcaster. We will continue to add information to this... MoreOpened 26 August 2020 -
Standard rules consultation No.20: revision of standard rules sets for biowaste treatment
The Environmental Permitting (England and Wales) Regulations 2016 allow us to offer standard permits to reduce the administrative burden on business whilst maintaining environmental standards. This consultation proposes revising the standard rules sets for biowaste including anaerobic digestion, composting and sewage sludge treatment. We also propose to withdraw some rule sets. There are currently 21 rule sets listed for biowaste treatment facilities. We propose to reduce the... MoreClosed 28 February 2020 -
Draft National Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk Management Strategy for England
Flooding of any kind is horrendous. Erosion destroys. Flooding events are dirty, invasive, damaging, and they can kill. They can force people to leave their homes and their businesses, cause prolonged mental ill health, destroy livelihoods and natural habitats. The Environment Agency has been leading a conversation with people and organisations who are affected by or work to manage flooding and coastal change. We are now consulting on a draft strategy, which sets out a vision for a... MoreClosed 4 July 2019 -
Standard rules consultation no. 19: revision of standard rule sets for medium combustion plant and specified generators
We offer standard permits under the Environmental Permitting (England and Wales) Regulations 2016. These permits help reduce the administrative burden on business whilst maintaining environmental standards. Basing them on sets of standard rules means we can apply them more Responding to this consultation Information is provided throughout the online tool which you access by clicking on the Respond online link below. The consultation document and supporting information are... MoreClosed 10 June 2019 -
Messers P & M Mayes, NPS/WR/030144: New abstraction licence consultation
We are seeking your comments on an application received from Messers P & M Mayes. The application is to vary licence serial number 9/40/04/0470/S which authorises the abstraction of water from a private ditch connected to Blackhole Dike at National Grid Reference TR 22774 59461. This consultation is closed and the permit has been granted. If you wish to view the application documents, please contact the Permitting Support Centre. You can find the contact details at the... MoreClosed 7 March 2019 -
Standard rules consultation no. 18: revision of standard rule set SR2018 No 9 - medium combustion plant
The Environmental Permitting (England and Wales) Regulations 2016 allow us to offer standard permits to reduce the administrative burden on business whilst maintaining environmental standards. They are based on sets of standard rules that we can apply widely. This consultation proposes a revision to a standard rule set SR2018 No9 to allow secondary abatement for tranche B specified generators. Responding to this consultation Information is provided throughout the... MoreClosed 21 December 2018 -
Outstrays to Skeffling Managed Realignment Scheme
This page provides information about the Outstrays to Skeffling Managed Realignment Scheme (OtSMRS). We have organised it to include background information (next section, below recent news and events) and proposals developed prior to obtaining planning consent (lower down this page, under the heading ‘Earlier proposals for the scheme’). These both describe the development of the scheme and how it has progressed since it was first conceived. OtSMRS is a joint initiative developed... MoreOpened 20 December 2018 -
Greenwheel Nether Lock Hydro Limited 28638 Hydro Electric Power Consultation
We are seeking your comments on a variation application received from Greenwheel Nether Lock Hydro Limited. The application is to vary licence serial number MD/028/0068/001 which authorises the abstraction of water from the River Trent (Newark Branch) at Nether Lock Weir, Newark-on-Trent, Nottinghamshire at National Grid Reference SK 80087 55288. The variation applied for is to increase the max turbine capacity from 5,000 litres per second to 9,000 litres per second. ... MoreClosed 26 July 2018 -
Wessex Regional Flood and Coastal Committee Variation of Membership
Plans to devolve Dorset's 9 councils to create 2 unitary authorities have been approved by the Secretary of State for Local Government. Eight of the county's local authorities voted to support the proposal, but it was opposed by Christchurch council. The decision is subject to parliamentary approval and the new structure, aimed at saving £108m over 6 years, will come into effect in April 2019. Under the plans, Bournemouth Borough Council, Poole Borough Council and Christchurch District... MoreClosed 15 June 2018 -
Bristol Water Plc and Wessex Water Services Limited Consultation
We are seeking your comments on an application to vary five licences for the purpose of restoring sustainable abstraction in the catchment and ensuring amenity flows through Malmesbury. The Environment Agency is giving notice of these applications, in accordance with Section 37 and Section 51 of the Water Resources Act 1991) and Regulation 6 of the Water Resources (Abstraction and Impounding) Regulations 2006. MoreClosed 8 June 2018 -
York Flood Alleviation Scheme (FAS) Information page
The York Flood Alleviation Scheme (FAS) is funded by the UK Government with the aim of reducing the risk of flooding to homes and businesses in York. We have created this page to provide easy access to information on the scheme. As the programme of work is coming to an end, we are no longer updating these pages or issuing quarterly newsletters for the whole scheme. However, if you want to receive updates on the schemes which are still active, you can email us at... MoreOpened 30 April 2018 -
Dane Valley Community Energy Limited 21885 Hydro Electric Power Consultation
We are seeking your comments on an application received from Dane Valley Community Energy Limited. Dane Valley Community Energy Limited has applied to the Environment Agency for a licence. The application is for a licence to abstract water from the River Dane at Havannah Weir, Congleton at National Grid Reference (NGR) SJ 86895 64700 to transfer it to a new channel before returning to the River Dane immediately downstream of the weir. The HEP turbine is housed within the channel.... MoreClosed 8 February 2018
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