Environment Agency 
The National Drought Group met today (Monday 11 August) with the current water shortfall situation in England now defined as a “nationally significant incident.” Five areas are officially in drought, with six more experiencing prolonged dry weather following the driest six months to July since 1976. Despite the unsettled weather last month, many river flows … Read more
Children from Sarum St. Paul’s C of E Primary School at the park Students from Sarum St. Paul’s C of E Primary School were given an exclusive preview of Salisbury River Park before its official opening, allowing them to see their creative designs incorporated into the new public space and experience the innovative play area … Read more
The operator has applied to vary the permit to introduce an effluent treatment plant. Previously, Angus Fire manufactured and tested firefighting foam. This foam is known to have contained per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). These PFAS chemicals are transferred into rainwater when it falls on to key areas of the site. Angus Fire has … Read more
The Environment Agency, in partnership with Wiltshire Council, Bradford-on-Avon Town Council and Wessex Water, has concluded that a permanent flood scheme for Bradford-on-Avon is currently unviable. A review of a proposed flood scheme from 2017, which involved low walls and pumping stations, found that costs have risen significantly, increasing from £4.5 million to over £11 … Read more
Yorkshire has become the second region to enter drought status following the driest spring in 132 years. The Environment Agency announced the change in status today (12th June 2025) following declining river flows and groundwater levels because of the dry March, April and May. The decision sees the regulator stepping up its operational response in … Read more
England faces 5 billion litre a day shortfall for public water supplies by 2055 – and a further 1 billion litre a day deficit for wider economy. Pressures caused by climate change, growing population, emerging technologies and need to protect environment. £8 billion water company investment already committed over next five years. England’s public water supply … Read more
Following the introduction of the Water (Special Measures) Act 2025, the Environment Agency is now able to recover additional costs associated with regulating the water industry. This includes the cost of existing and new enforcement activities which were previously funded by government Grant in Aid. The proposals – set out in a consultation seeking views from … Read more
Court imposes fines, costs and confiscation order on director and his company for nearly £100,000 Judge tells defendant he ran business in ‘arrogant and bullish’ manner Environment Agency officer verbally abused during site inspection. At Lincoln Crown Court on Wednesday 7 May 2025, Matthew Berry, 46, of Loft Shay, Longridge, Preston, received a suspended sentence … Read more
The bathing water season has officially started (Thursday 15 May 2025), marking the beginning of rigorous testing of water quality from the Environment Agency at bathing sites. Our bathing waters bring important social and health benefits to local communities and help coastal towns prosper by attracting tourists from across the UK and the world. Throughout … Read more
Lucie Reader of Pitcombe and last years’s award winner The Somerset Prepared partnership, including the Environment Agency, is searching for nominees for its next Community Resilience Awards. The nomination window opened on Sunday 11 May in celebration of this month’s Somerset Day. These awards recognise people and groups who have gone above and beyond to … Read more
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