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
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
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
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 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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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 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
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
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 links below to find the sections relevant for you, or scroll down to view the whole page.
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The Industrial Emissions Directive (IED) requires EPR permits to be reviewed when the relevant Best Available Techniques Reference Document (BRef) for the sector is published. The Intensive Rearing of Pigs and Poultry BRef was published in February 2017.
The Environment Agency...More
May 2022
The r efurbishment works have now begun. The works are scheduled to last approximately four months. The footpath is now closed to allow works to start. Please use the diversion in the map below.
There will be a fenced off section on the widened area of the...More
The Shanklin Coastal Defence Scheme is seeking to create a sustainable future for Shanklin Esplanade for current and new generations to enjoy.
The Environment Agency, in partnership with the Isle of Wight Council, is planning to refurbish existing coastal defences to reduce...More
Updated 11 March 2022 - next update due 31 May 2022
Background
Burton is entwined with the River Trent, its history is fundamentally linked to the river and its growth has depended on it.
Before the defences were built flood events regularly impacted on...More
Welcome to the Hurst Spit to Lymington Strategy information page.
We have created this page to provide easy access to information on the scheme. We will be updating this site as the scheme progresses, so please keep checking for what's new.
To view our...More
The River Slea arises in the limestone hills to the north east of Grantham, flows in an easterly direction through the town of Sleaford and on towards Cobblers Lock. In the east of the town the river splits to follow the Slea Navigation channel to the north and the original course of the Old...More
The Lower River Witham catchment is a large area of fenland between Lincoln and Boston. With land levels ranging from only 1 to 4m above sea level, this area would naturally be marshy wetland. A historic legacy of drainage works and embanked watercourses has enabled the highly productive...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 Lee valley. ...More
We are seeking your comments on the proposed decision for an application to vary an environmental permit from Britaniacrest Recycling Limited for
Wealden Works 3Rs Facility
Former Wealden Brickworks
Langhurstwood Road
Horsham
...More
We are seeking your comments on an environmental permit application received from Lincwaste Limited for
Leadenham Landfill Site
Quarry Lane
Pottergate
Leadenham
Lincolnshire
LN5 0QF
We can...More
We are seeking your comments on a Draft Permit for Omega Proteins Limited for
Omega Proteins Ltd
Wildriggs
Greystoke Road
Penrith
Cumbria
CA11 0BX
We can take account of
Relevant environmental regulatory requirements and technical...More