Coronavirus (COVID-19) update
The Environment Agency has remained operational throughout the Coronavirus emergency. We have adapted how we work in line with government guidance to ensure we can continue to focus on our critical activities.
We will continue to review the situation in...More
The Environment Agency has launched an investigation into alleged illegal waste activities at sites operated by Walleys Quarry Limited and Red Industries Limited. This is ongoing. We are unable to provide further information or updates at this time.
We want to encourage anyone...More
We are holding a virtual exhibition https://eaousewashesbanks.co.uk this April - September to keep communities and stakeholders informed on the following:
Scheduling of construction works for summer 2022 – to allow the construction of foundations for a demountable barrier across the...More
The Environment Agency is the environmental regulator for onshore oil and gas operations in England. We ensure that oil and gas operations are carried out in a way that protects people and the environment. We work with a number of regulatory bodies to oversee shale gas exploration in England....More
Updated: 20 July 2021
This webpage is no longer being updated. Please visit our new engagement portal at www.followpinnfloodprojects.com to see what is being done to investigate and manage flood risk across the River Pinn catchment in north-west London.
This contains the latest...More
Updated on: 18 March 2022
Welcome to the Mereway project information webpage. Please click the link below to FAQs at the bottom of the page.
FAQs
What is currently happening?
We have planning permission to construct and install the fish pass between the Duke of...More
Latest Update - November 2021 Update More Information
In July 2021, the project team successfully secured additional funding to progress the scheme to the next stage (Outline Business Case), after the ground investigation results confirmed the presence in low concentrations of...More
Updated April 2021
Welcome to The River Roding Project Information Page
This page provides a summary of our work to reduce flooding to over 600 homes, businesses and infrastructure in the Woodford and Ilford areas (North East London), as well as how we plan to improve the...More
Hexham Flood Alleviation Scheme
We have developed the scheme to reduce the flood risk posed by the River Tyne and Skinnersburn to businesses and residents at the Bridge End and Tyne Mills Industrial Estates.
The proposed flood alleviation scheme will mainly consist of...More
Blue-Green Algae is a naturally occurring environmental phenomenon which becomes more likely during periods of warm, dry weather. It’s growth is exacerbated by nutrient pollution which contributes to the formation of blooms in the right conditions.
We have set up this page to provide...More
The purpose of this page is to provide information on how we comply with the Reservoirs Act 1975 and how we maintain the protection from flood risk for homes and businesses along the Ouse Washes.
The Ouse Washes Flood Storage Reservoir, is a 90,000,000m 3 flood storage reservoir located...More
The waterways in the Lower Lee valley include the River Lee Navigation, Old River Lea, and the Lee Flood Relief Channel (LFRC). The LFRC was built between 1949 and 1977 and is designed to carry flood water to reduce the likelihood of flooding in the Lower Lee valley. Water levels in...More
Work to improve eel passage
Please note this is a project information page. Recent update 23 May 2022. Regular updates will also be added to the town council noticeboard on the Ham and here.
The Environment Agency is working to deliver improved eel passage at the confluence...More
The Exmouth Tidal Defence Scheme is a £12 million scheme to improve flood defences in Exmouth.
The Environment Agency worked in partnership with East Devon District Council to deliver the scheme which will reduce the risk of tidal flooding to over 1,400 residential and 400 commercial...More
Welcome to the South Yorkshire flood recovery Information Page.
We have created this page to provide easy access to information about our work in response to the flooding in South Yorkshire in November 2019. We will update this page as we progress individual projects as part of our...More
The Byde Mill Brook currently flows through a culvert (pipe) underneath many properties in Corsham. The amount of water it can hold is limited and, due to its age, is in need of repair.
This summer (2021) we have begun work on considering flood management options for the Byde...More
Following our public drop-in events with the Coggeshall, Feering and Kelvedon communities in summer 2019, we have continued to work to the final design for the Coggeshall, Feering and Kelvedon flood alleviation scheme, which aims to protect these communities from further flooding.
As part of...More
Introduction
The waterways in the Lower Lee valley include the River Lee Navigation, Old River Lea, and the Lee Flood Relief Channel (LFRC). The LFRC was built between 1949 and 1977 and is designed to carry flood water to reduce the likelihood of flooding in the Lower...More
Welcome to the Holderness Drain Flood Alleviation Scheme Information Page.
We have created this page to provide easy access to information on the Holderness Drain Flood Alleviation Scheme (FAS), including background information about how the scheme evolved and a summary of our...More
The Environment Agency is working with 11 partners across Europe’s water-stressed coastal regions to trial innovative approaches to securing freshwater resources.
Funded through the European Union’s Interreg 2Seas programme which receives financial aid from the European...More
This page provides information about the Outstrays to Skeffling Managed Realignment Scheme (OtSMRS). We have organised it to include current plans for the scheme (next section, below the newsletters) and a description of proposals developed prior to obtaining planning consent (lower down this...More
For a long time flooding has been a cause for concern for the communities between Barton and New Holland. On the 5 December 2013, the East Coast experienced its most significant tidal surge since 1953. Approximately 40 residential properties, 15 commercial/recreational and 1 school were...More
We are pleased to be bringing you the fourth Environment Agency update on our compliance work at Roxby Landfill operated by Biffa Waste Services Ltd.
Our Commitment
As part of our regulation of the site, we continue to carry out air quality/odour assessments...More
Page created January 2020. Last updated 13 October 2020.
Coronavirus: The Environment Agency response
We are working hard with Government and other emergency responders on protecting the public and the environment from the effects of Coronavirus. The Environment Agency remains fully...More
Welcome to the Grange Landfill Information Page.
This page provides access to information on the permit variation for Grange Landfill and the Environment Agency role in permit regulation.
We will keep this page updated as the situation progresses so please keep checking...More
Page created February 2021. Last updated 26 April 2022.
Flooding in Beales Corner
Bewdley is subject to significant flood risk from the River Severn and has flooded a number of times. The most significant flood events have been in 1947, 1965, 1998, 2000,...More
By restoring beach levels lost over the year, the Environment Agency protects its hard sea defences from the impact of waves and tides. The coastline between Mablethorpe and Skegness has benefited from beach nourishment, the present flood risk management approach, since 1994.
...More
Welcome to Park Wood information page.
We have created this page to provide easy access to information on the project. We will be updating this site as the project progresses, so please keep checking for what's new .
Latest Update - February 2022
Park Wood Car Park will be...More
Water is a scarce and diminishing resource yet it is essential for all sectors. Future pressures such as climate change and population growth will increase the demand for water and we need to work together with partners, businesses and communities to find long-lasting solutions.
Ahead...More
Welcome to the Tadcaster Flood Alleviation Scheme Information Page.
We have created this page to provide easy access to information on what is happening in Tadcaster, including background information to the recent flooding and a summary of our work to reduce the flood risk to homes,...More