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Oxford flood alleviation scheme uncovers a piece of the city’s history

Oxford flood alleviation scheme uncovers a piece of the city’s history

Friday, 24 March 2017

More fascinating information on a historic route between Oxford and Abingdon has been uncovered as part of the archaeological investigations for the O...

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Join Anglian flood and coastal committee

Join Anglian flood and coastal committee

Monday, 20 March 2017

Would you like to help develop local flood and coastal management plans?...

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Environment Agency shortlisted for UK River Prize 2017

Environment Agency shortlisted for UK River Prize 2017

Friday, 17 March 2017

The River Avon Restoration Project won the catchment category and is shortlisted for the overall UK River Prize 2017....

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Port of Boston announce full support of Boston Barrier Scheme

Port of Boston announce full support of Boston Barrier Scheme

Thursday, 16 March 2017

The Port of Boston has announced its support for the project after close discussions with the Environment Agency....

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Public consultation for Rivenhall incinerator

Public consultation for Rivenhall incinerator

Wednesday, 15 March 2017

Consultation and drop-in sessions for a proposed Essex incinerator are announced. ...

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No fishing for coarse fish in rivers from 15 March to 15 June

No fishing for coarse fish in rivers from 15 March to 15 June

Tuesday, 14 March 2017

The Environment Agency is reminding anglers the ‘close season’ for coarse fish in rivers comes into effect on the 15 March. ...

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Event to mark Perry Barr & Witton flood scheme milestone

Event to mark Perry Barr & Witton flood scheme milestone

Monday, 13 March 2017

First phase of the Perry Barr & Witton flood scheme is now complete....

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Project launced to protect the Ouseburn River

Project launced to protect the Ouseburn River

Friday, 10 March 2017

An Environment Agency funded partnership project to protect and preserve the Ouseburn River in the North East has started. ...

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Work completed at Tetney Haven to reduce flood risk and benefit the environment

Work completed at Tetney Haven to reduce flood risk and benefit the environment

Thursday, 09 March 2017

De-silting works will ensure good drainage and improve habitat in the area....

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East coast surge prompts people to sign up for flood warnings

East coast surge prompts people to sign up for flood warnings

Wednesday, 08 March 2017

More than 2,000 new sign-ups to Floodline were logged in just 2 days in Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire....

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Wilton flood defence scheme to be shown at public drop in event

Wilton flood defence scheme to be shown at public drop in event

Tuesday, 07 March 2017

Residents are encouraged to see the proposal to protect 30 homes at risk of flooding and share their opinions. ...

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Work begins on £3.8million flood scheme in Totnes

Work begins on £3.8million flood scheme in Totnes

Monday, 06 March 2017

The Environment Agency has started work on the £3.8million scheme to reduce the risk of flooding to over 400 homes and businesses in Totnes....

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Step up to the challenge as the South West flood committee’s new chair

Step up to the challenge as the South West flood committee’s new chair

Friday, 03 March 2017

The Environment Agency is looking for a talented and enthusiastic person to serve as chair of its South West Regional Flood and Coastal Committee. ...

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Flood relief for villages in Worcestershire

Flood relief for villages in Worcestershire

Thursday, 02 March 2017

Construction on Badsey Brook flood scheme due to start in summer 2017....

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Environment Agency unveils new paintings to promote fishing

Environment Agency unveils new paintings to promote fishing

Wednesday, 01 March 2017

New artworks for the 2017/18 fishing licence plus changes to the way anglers can buy fishing licences....

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Worm bait returns for trial period at Exmoor fishery

Worm bait returns for trial period at Exmoor fishery

Tuesday, 28 February 2017

Catch and release restriction remains at Watersmeet and Glenthorne Fishery as salmon numbers are still low after disease. ...

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Flood protection options being presented to Yate and Chipping Sodbury

Flood protection options being presented to Yate and Chipping Sodbury

Friday, 24 February 2017

Residents will learn more about different ways to protect their homes at a drop-in event at Chipping Sodbury Town Hall....

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Payback for illegal waste crimes

Payback for illegal waste crimes

Friday, 24 February 2017

A skip hire boss is ordered to pay back cash after he was found to have profited from illegal waste crime by almost £1million ...

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Town's flood gates to be replaced

Town's flood gates to be replaced

Wednesday, 22 February 2017

Environment Agency hosts drop-in event where community can find out more about Yarm flood gates replacement....

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Green light for North Tyneside sea defence scheme

Green light for North Tyneside sea defence scheme

Wednesday, 22 February 2017

A scheme to strengthen and safeguard sea defences at Whitley Bay, which is part funded by the Environment Agency, has got the go-ahead....

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Shoreham flood scheme enters next phase

Shoreham flood scheme enters next phase

Tuesday, 21 February 2017

Over 2,000 properties in Shoreham and East Lancing will have a significantly reduced flood risk thanks to a new flood defence scheme...

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Environment Agency receives applications for Palmers Wood oilfield

Environment Agency receives applications for Palmers Wood oilfield

Monday, 20 February 2017

Environment Agency to decide whether to issue 2 environmental permits for the Palmers Wood oil and gas site in Surrey....

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South West Water fined for sewage pollution near shellfish beds

South West Water fined for sewage pollution near shellfish beds

Monday, 20 February 2017

Firm told to pay £205,000 after Bank Holiday spill forced mussel and oyster beds to close in Fal estuary, Cornwall. ...

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How to fish responsibly during Somerset's elver season

How to fish responsibly during Somerset's elver season

Friday, 17 February 2017

Eels are an endangered species. Be aware of the strict conditions when fishing them to make sure stocks are not exploited. ...

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Landowners warned after waste dumped illegally

Landowners warned after waste dumped illegally

Thursday, 16 February 2017

The Environment Agency and Durham Police are warning landowners to be vigilant after waste is dumped on private land. ...

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Valentine’s Day of action against illegal waste activity

Valentine’s Day of action against illegal waste activity

Wednesday, 15 February 2017

Environment Agency officers visited 14 sites in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Surrey, Hampshire and West Berkshire to stamp out waste crime...

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Rugeley Flood Risk Management Scheme well under way

Rugeley Flood Risk Management Scheme well under way

Tuesday, 14 February 2017

Hagley playing fields closed to the public during scheme construction works....

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Restoring fifty hectares of rare and threatened habitats in Doncaster to benefit all

Restoring fifty hectares of rare and threatened habitats in Doncaster to benefit all

Monday, 13 February 2017

The Environment Agency is working with partners to improve almost 50 hectares of wet woodland....

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New Northumberland fish passes open up stream

New Northumberland fish passes open up stream

Wednesday, 08 February 2017

Two new fish passes at South Low in north Northumberland have opened up 22km of stream, making it easier for fish migration. ...

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Work begins on major £18 million Newhaven flood defence project

Work begins on major £18 million Newhaven flood defence project

Wednesday, 08 February 2017

The Environment Agency has begun work on a scheme that will reduce flood risk to over 800 homes and businesses and vital infrastructure....

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